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Landa Park
Landa Park offers a variety of amenities under the shade of giant oak trees. Walk on the park’s trails or ride the miniature train around the 51-acre park. An excursion on a paddle boat is one of the best ways to see the Comal Springs and Landa Lake. Enjoy a round of miniature golf, relax at the playground or enjoy the flora and fauna on the Panther Canyon Trail.
Landa Park Information
Hours:
Landa Park: Daily, 6am-midnight
Park Administrative Office: Monday - Friday, 8am-5pm
Contact Us:
Park Reservations: 830- 221-4350
Email: parks@newbraunfels.gov
Maintenance or Lost & Found: 830-221-4367
Address:
Landa Park
164 Landa Park Dr.
New Braunfels, TX 78130
New Braunfels Parks and Recreation Office
110 Golf Course Rd
New Braunfels, TX 78130
Quick Links
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Landa Park Aquatic Complex
Information about the Landa Park Aquatic Complex (LPAC), including what facilities are available, hours of operation, daily admission fees, and season passes.
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Landa Park Golf Course at Comal Springs
An 18-hole public golf course nestled along the Comal River in Landa Park. The course covers 122-acres and combines a challenging layout with spectacular Texas Hill Country views.
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Landa Haus
Learn more about this climate-controlled event facility that accommodates up to 150 people, and comes complete with outdoor pavilion that overlooks Landa Lake.
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Rentals & Party Packages
From pavilions to picnic spots, rent a spot to host your next birthday party, family gathering, or private event!
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Park Rules
A look at the rules and regulations for City of New Braunfels Parks, including information on pets, grills, camping, alcohol, parking, and more.
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Park Special Use Permits
When you're planning your park visit and it includes large grills, amplified music, inflatables or other special items, you may need a special use permit.
HOURS
Spring Break
March 11-19
10am-8pm *weather permitting
The Landa Park Mini Golf Course will close during any type of inclement weather.
March 20 - April 14
CLOSED
April 15 - May 21
Weekends Only
10am-8pm
May 27 - August 18
Open Daily
Monday 10am-8pm
Tuesday 10am-8pm
Wednesday 10am-8pm
Thursday 10am-8pm
Friday 10am-10pm
Saturday 10am-10pm
Sunday 10am-8pm
August 19- October 29
Weekends Only
10am-8pm
FEES
- $5 per person
- Children under three (3) are free
- Season Passes are available for $35 per person. Stop by the Park Administrative Office (110 Golf Course Rd.) to purchase.
Weather Policy
The Landa Park Mini Golf Course will close during any type of inclement weather. If the facility closes, rain checks will only be issued if the facility closes for the remainder of the day. No refund will be issued.
Birthday Parties
Host your next birthday party at Landa Park Mini Golf!
An excursion on a paddleboat in Landa Park is one of the best ways to see the Comal Springs and Landa Lake. The paddleboats are located just behind Founder’s Oak, at the Landa Park Boathouse on Landa Lake. Paddleboat rentals provide an enjoyable and healthy way to tour the lake. Contact (830) 221-4350 for more information.
HOURS
CLOSED FOR THE SEASON
Due to low water levels, the difficult decision has been made to close the Landa Park Boathouse for the rest of the season. As always, the safety of our staff and residents is the top priority and the low water has made it difficult to enter safely into the boats and launch out to the lake. Also, weed mat, algae, and surface level vegetation makes it difficult to navigate the lake, making it more likely for boats to get stuck on the water. With the boats just inches away from the bottom of the lake, there is also a risk to disrupting the existing natural environment.
FEES
- Standard boat: $5 per person (minimum of two (2) people) per 30 minutes
- Swan or Duck boat: $7 per person per 30 minutes
- Children under three (3) are free
RULES
- 30-minute ride
- Must always remain seated
- No contact with other boats
- No one is allowed in the water
- If you are not present when your name is called, you will be removed from the waitlist
- Children 12 and under must wear a life jacket
- Children under 15 must ride with an adult
- Paddleboat passenger weight capacity: 720lbs
WEATHER POLICY
The Landa Park Paddleboats will close during any type of inclement weather. If the facility closes, rain checks will only be issued if the facility closes for the remainder of the day. No refund will be issued.
The Landa Park miniature train is fun for all ages! A train trip is a wonderful way to explore the park. Train rides are available for individuals, groups, company picnics, etc.
HOURS
- Memorial Day - Beginning of school 10 am to 8 pm
- September through May - Weekends & Holidays Only
- Open Daily: Spring Break, Thanksgiving Break and Christmas Break. Call 830-625-8285 for hours of operation.
FEES
- $5 per person
- Children under one (1) are free
- Annual Train Passes are available! Enjoy unlimited rides for $40 per person. Purchase your Annual Train Pass at the Parks Administrative Office, 110 Golf Course Rd., (830) 221-4350.
Contact David Schoenvogel at (830) 625-8285, for more information
Panther Canyon is located in Landa Park from Landa Park Drive to Ohio Avenue.
Panther Canyon Trail begins near the headwaters of the Comal Springs which are fed by waters of the Edwards Aquifer emerging within the Balcones fault zone. The trail ascends the Balcones Escarpment into the Edwards Plateau under the shade of oaks, Ashe juniper, cedar elm and under-story trees including Mexican buckeye, kidneywood and Texas persimmon.
The trail crosses a dry creek bed of an ephemeral stream that only flows during or immediately after a rain. The trail covers over 49 acres and is home to many native plants and wildlife. The gently sloping pedestrian trail leads visitors approximately eight-tenths of a mile through the Balcones Escarpment. Hikers should allow at least 1.5 hours for the 1.6 mile round trip hike.
Download the Panther Canyon map/kiosk.
About the Arboretum
An arboretum is a place for the study, display and preservation of trees. Thanks to the foresight and devotion of members of the Guada Coma Garden Club, Landa Park was designated as an arboretum in 1982. In 2007, the arboretum was named after William and Dolores Schumann, in honor of their endless devotion to this botanical jewel. The Dolores and Bill Schumann Arboretum is home to over 80 species of trees making it one of the most diverse arboretums in Texas. This arboretum acts as a "living library" of trees, providing a classroom setting for the study of botany, arboriculture and other popular interest.
The Schumann Arboretum trees serve a variety of needs for the community including improving air quality, attracting birds and wildlife and enhancing the ecosystem.
Self-Guided Tours
The walking trail is 1.25 miles and open to the public. A printed copy of the Arboretum Guide may be picked up at the Parks Administrative Office at 110 Golf Course Road. Available below are downloadable PDF versions of the Arboretum Guide and Map.
Landa Park HIstory
Early Beginnings
The heart of Landa Park is its natural artesian springs known as Comal Springs, the largest springs in Texas and the North American Southwest. Owned by Harry and Joseph Landa from 1847 - 1927, the property was developed as a private park for family guests. By 1898, railroad spurs ran into Landa’s Park bringing visitors from San Antonio and throughout the state. Many picturesque amenities were created including a Phillipine-style gazebo on the lake shore, footbridges of cedar branch construction, and dining and dance pavilions of similar construction. Landa’s Park remained a popular tourist destination known as the “Beauty Spot of Texas” until 1927.
Opening to the Public
The park was sold to investors in 1927 and during the Great Depression fell in to disrepair. The President of the Junior Chamber of Commerce began an effort to negotiate the purchase of the park for $80,000. A bond referendum was passed, and in 1936, Landa Park was officially opened to the public.
Unique Features
Features built prior to 1936 still remain in the park today, including the spring-fed swimming pool and Philippine Gazebo. Additional amenities have been added such as a fishing pier, an Olympic pool, eighteen hole golf course, miniature golf course, baseball fields, volleyball court, and horseshoe pitching area. The park is home to the William and Dolores Schumann Arboretum, containing over 56 different trees species, many of which are 100 years old and older.
To the delight of children, a miniature railroad traverses the park. Children enjoy a state of the art playground and paddle boats give opportunities for further enjoyment of the lake.
Landa Park Today
Landa Park is a place for celebrations, community events and is part of the fabric of New Braunfels history. Strong civic support for the park is still exhibited by New Braunfels residents as evidenced by many volunteer organizations who dedicated time, energy and funding to the park. Friends for the Preservation of Historic Landa Park, the New Braunfels Parks Foundation, Garden Clubs of New Braunfels, Lions Club, Rotary International, and Boy Scouts of America are just some of the groups who continue to help Landa Park shine.