About the Department

Mission Statement

The Parks and Recreation Department is responsible for creating and maintaining a system of parks and recreational facilities dedicated to providing quality services to improve the quality of life for the citizens of Odessa.

Responsibilities

The Parks and Recreation Department is responsible for creating and maintaining a system of parks and recreational facilities dedicated to providing quality services to improve the quality of life for the citizens of Odessa.

The Recreation Division is responsible for offering various training classes and activities. The department also works with local recreation associations providing various sports programs.

Ratliff Ranch

Parks and Recreation Department oversees Ratliff Ranch Golf Course. Ratliff Ranch offers a Scottish style links course with rolling hills and unique elevation changes. Situated on 125 acres, Ratliff Ranch offers enjoyable golf combined with beautiful views of the surrounding West Texas plains. Offering 4 different sets of tees ranging from 4,914 to 6,957 feet long, golfers of all abilities will be able to enjoy this West Texas gem.

Park Hours

Article 1-13-3(b): It shall be unlawful for any person or group to be in any public park between the hours of 11 pm and 6 am. Moreover, it shall be unlawful for any person or group to have any motorized vehicle in any public park during hours in which such parks are closed to public use. Such curfew and restrictions shall apply to the park area proper and any parking lot of the park adjacent to park grounds.