About Us

Mission Oaks developed and maintains 11 parks (88.75 acres).  Six school parks were originally developed and maintained by the park district however,  two of those, Billy Mitchell and Starr King were given back to the San Juan Unified School District.   The remaining four school parks comprised of 13.7 acres; Greer, Del Paso Manor, Cowan and Sierra Oaks School parks continue to be maintained by Mission Oaks.  In addition, the district maintains the county-owned Hazelwood Greens (a Storm Water Detention Facility (1.8 acres), providing collectively 105.18 acres for the community’s enjoyment. Three of these facilities are community parks, Gibbons, Mission North, and Swanston, while the others serve as neighborhood parks.  Located in the northeast corner of the district and within the 17.5 acre Gibbons Park is the district’s (1982) 12,000+ square foot community center.  The district office is located on Mission Avenue within the 12.7-acre Mission North Park.  The newest district development (2008) is the Swanston Community Center located within the 10 acre Swanston Park in the southwest corner of the district

Vision Statement

Mission Oaks: Creating the atmosphere for recreational possibilities and personal enrichment, with a tradition of quality and care.

Mission Statement

Mission Oaks is dedicated to the courteous and efficient delivery of services for all, providing opportunities for memorable, wholesome, and enjoyable programs and activities in safe and attractive settings.  We foster strong partnerships with the community and schools by involving them in park improvement projects and the development of classes and enrichment programs.  Mission Oaks also creates an environment that nurtures and guides future leaders by providing employment and volunteer opportunities in the field of recreation and parks.