A few years ago, our little town of Leander existed as a relatively quiet community north of the capitol metroplex of Austin. Situated on U.S. Highway 183 near the western edge of Williamson County, our small municipality is now one of the fastest growing cities in the State of Texas. The bustling community has many young families with children, and Leander has had to move quickly to try and keep pace with the ever- growing demand for high quality parks and recreational facilities. In 2004, the citizens passed a bond package that included funding for parks. The monies from the bond went towards the renovation of Leander’s city-owned park (Robin Bledsoe Park), the creation of Mason Creek Neighborhood Park, and the development of Devine Lake Regional Park.

  Leander has also acquired additional lands by purchase and parkland dedication to begin to meet recreational and open space facilities needs of the citizens. In December 2005, the Texas Parks and Wildlife Commission approved a grant proposal to help build a new park in the Benbrook Ranch Subdivision known as the Benbrook Ranch Regional Park. Benbrook Ranch development will help satisfy the growing demand for open space, trails, and athletic fields.

Robin Bledsoe Park Robin Bledsoe Park is a 16 acre park that offers active recreational opportunities for the entire family. Facilities include two lighted baseball/soccer fields, playscape, swimming pool, water playscape, pavilion with picnic tables, BBQ grill, concessions, restrooms, basketball court, and an amphitheater.

Devine Lake The main entrance to Devine Lake is from Waterfall Ave. Waterfall Ave is located in the North Creek Subdivision of Leander. The entrance road leads into a parking area which contains 110 parking spaces and four handicap accessible spaces.

Mason Creek Park Mason Creek Park is a charming neighborhood park nestled in the Mason Creek North Subdivision. Amenities include a large playscape, a small trail, and a water fountain. There are also picnic tables for small parties and dining in the park.