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651 E Empire St

San Jose, CA 95112

http://www.northside-sj.org

Backesto Park, located in the heart of San Jose's Northside Neighborhood, is a historic green space that has served the community for over 75 years. Named after physician John Pierre Backesto, the park officially opened in 1922 after a significant donation from his widow, Anne Backesto.

Renovated in the early 1980s with the help of the Northside Neighborhood Association, Backesto Park features a range of facilities including a modern playground, sports courts, and a stunning fountain adorned with ceramic tiles from renowned tile maker Solon Schemmel. The park remains a community hub, hosting events and a free annual tennis camp for local children.

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Camilla T.

8/26/2025

This park is super family friendly and lots of space and parking area! I love that the playground is gated for the kiddos!

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Chef Will G.

8/22/2023

I can only speak to my daytime experience today. There was a Halloween themed craft faire going on. Parking was difficult as this was a popular event. People were playing tennis and a...

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Steve D.

10/15/2022

Backesto Park is a century old public park in San Jose's Northside Neighborhood. It was created in the memory of Dr John Pierre Backesto (1831-1890). The park was opened in 1922, and underwent a...

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Matt B.

11/9/2022

Great park, hope they add some pickleball courts , better use of space per person. They could turn 2 tennis courts into 6 pickleball courts

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Allen C.

10/17/2015

I have driven past Backesto Park numerous times but never had the desire to go check it out. It usually seems to have shady clientele loitering around. The park itself is just average. It has...

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The Northside Neighborhood Association (NNA), established in 1965, is the oldest neighborhood association in San Jose, dedicated to fostering community spirit and beautifying the Northside area. With a motto of "Clean Up Keep Up," the NNA focuses on various projects, including tree planting, developing volunteer gardens, and enhancing local parks like Backesto Park through collaborative efforts and community engagement. Residents within the NNA's boundaries automatically benefit from its services, participating in initiatives that promote a welcoming environment and strong neighborhood representation. By hosting events and encouraging contributions, the NNA aims to strengthen relationships among residents while showcasing the charm and vitality of Northside San Jose. Generated from the website

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