City to close playscapes, dog park, skate park

The City of San Marcos closed its Children's Park Playscape, City Park Playscape, all neighborhood playscapes, Dog Park and Skate Park in an effort to prevent the spread of COVID-19. 

The city is encouraging residents to practice social distancing and discourages social gatherings. The city’s order went into effect on Monday at 11 p.m.

All public restroom facilities and water fountains in all city parks and natural areas have been closed and shut off until further notice out of an abundance of caution.  

All other city parks and natural areas are open for active use within the current permitted constraints of social and physical distancing. Groups are limited to 10 people or fewer with recommendations to stay at least six feet apart. 

This story was updated at 7:14 p.m. March 24.