San Antonio's Brackenridge Park has delighted Alamo City residents and tourists alike for generations. Created from land donated to the City of San Antonio in 1899, the 343-acre Brackenridge Park hosts a variety of popular attractions and outdoor activities. Among the best-known attractions at Brackenridge Park is the San Antonio Zoo and Aquarium. Recognized as one of the finest zoos in the U.S., the San Antonio Zoo is home to 3,500-plus animals representing 750 species, including the endangered whooping crane. Another long-time favorite at Brackenridge Park is the Brackenridge Eagle, always a big hit with the youngsters. The miniature train travels two-and-a-half miles around Brackenridge Park...pulled along by a replica of an 1863 Central Pacific Huntington steam locomotive. (
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