Renovated in 2025, Joaquin Murrieta Park is a vibrant community space featuring a modern baseball and softball complex, new playgrounds, and a splash pad. The 49-acre park also offers picnic tables, grills, benches, ramadas, drinking fountains, and restrooms.
Joaquin Murrieta Park is located in West Tucson on Silverbell (west of I-10 - between Speedway and Grant). The address is: 1400 N. Silverbell Rd., Tucson AZ 85745.
The parcel was acquired in 1968. Originally called Northwest District Park, it was renamed in 1990.
The popular stories of Joaquin Murrieta describe him as the Mexican Robin Hood; a celebrated
California bandit. Joaquin Murrieta is a symbol of heroism and represents the right to self defense and the rights of the poor and oppressed.
The hours are: 6:00am to 10:30pm (daily).
The splash pad is open from 8:00am to sunset, April 1-October 31.
Admission to the park and splash pad is free.
Parking is free and plentiful at Joaquin Murrieta Park. There are 303 parking spaces in total - 283 standard and 20 ADA.
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Sun safety is encouraged. Prepare for a perfect day at the park with a hat, drinking water, and sunscreen.
October thru April are ideal because the temperatures tend to be more moderate than in the summer months. That said, Reid Park can also be enjoyed in the summer months – especially in the early morning hours and at dusk.
For reservations or more information, please call the Tucson Parks and Recreation Administration Office at 520-791-4873.
Joaquin Murrieta Park debuted two new playgrounds with shade in May 2025. One is designed for ages 2-5 and the other for ages 5-12. Both include various climbing and spinning structures, as well as slides.
The 5526 sf. splash pad, which opened in 2025, includes a a water tower dumper, dump buckets, sprayers, and several water cannons.
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No worries! There are plenty of dining options in the area. Our top picks within a 3-mile radius are:
Safeway, 1551 W St Marys Rd, is 1.2 miles away.
Joaquin Murrieta Park has one baseball field, one Little League baseball field, one multi-purpose field, and one softball field.
Yes Contact the City's Sports Unit for more information on rates at [email protected].
The Silvercroft Neighborhood Association, Tucson Department of Transportation, Southwest Conservation Corps, and Pro Neighborhoods worked for two years to beautify the northeast, undeveloped corner of Joaquin Murrieta Park. Their efforts were intended to build community amongst neighborhood residents and nearby organizations and to create a space that facilitates healing and unity among all who use the park.
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Yes. You can rent a ramada at Joaquin Murrieta Park for a birthday party or special event.
| Museum | NO |
| Cafe | NO |
| Public Pool | NO |
| Splash Pad | YES |
| Parks & Rec Facility | NO |
| Sports Fields | YES |
| Dog Park | NO |
| Walking/Biking Paths | NO |
| Lake | NO |
| Hiking Trails | NO |
| Art/Sculptures | NO |
| Garden | YES |
| Trees/Shade | MINIMAL |
| Lighting | YES |
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