Mary Gomez Park

Mary Gomez Park and Pool is a public recreational facility in Santa Clara, California. The park spans 5.64 acres and offers a variety of amenities for visitors of all ages. Named after Mary Sanchez Gomez, a Santa Clara native and dedicated educator, the park was dedicated on March 29, 1958, in recognition of her efforts to establish the city's Parks and Recreation Department.

The park features both land-based recreational areas and an aquatic facility. The swimming pool, which is open during the summer months, measures 75 feet by 42 feet, with a shallow end depth of 3 feet and a deep end depth of 9 feet. The pool offers recreational swimming and lessons during its operational season.

Mary Gomez Park is known for its family-friendly atmosphere and is popular among local residents. The park includes open grassy areas suitable for various activities and games. Visitors can enjoy picnic facilities with barbecue grills, making it an ideal spot for outdoor gatherings and community events.

The park's creation was part of a broader initiative to establish parks in every neighborhood of Santa Clara, a policy that Mary Gomez helped formulate during her tenure on the city's first Parks and Recreation Commission from 1950 to 1957. Today, the park stands as a testament to her vision and continues to serve as a valuable community resource.