The lake is the primary feature of interest at this park, and can be viewed from many parking areas along the one-way loop road that follows the eastern shore of the lake. A smaller lake is at the southern end of the loop and often contains geese and a flock of ducks. A walking path follows the perimeter of the main lake, and the southwestern portion borders the golf course, including ponds and some vegetation that can be good for songbirds. The golf course is off limits, except to golfers.

The lake often holds the only flocks of diving ducks in the El Paso area, and a long list of rare water birds have shown up here, including loons, scoters, terns, and kittiwakes. Look for Ospreys in migration and Mississippi Kites in summer. Burrowing Owls frequent the golf course and the eastern edge of the property. Multiple pairs of Tropical Kingbirds have bred at this site in recent years, and can be be found throughout the park, but are often seen around the edge of the golf course. Western Kingbird is also common here, so care must be taken.

Ascarate Park features an 18-hole 72 par golf course and a 9 hole executive course called the Delta 9, a 48 acre surface lake, lakeside boardwalk, fully-equipped aquatic center, playgrounds and picnic facilities. Public Works is responsible for the maintenance and operations of the all park facilities. The park provides a clean and safe environment for the recreational needs of the residents of El Paso. Ascarate Park also actively participates in the formation of public policy and programs pertaining to local, state, and federal levels that affect the park as well as recreational planning and methods of financing that affect the leisure opportunities of the residents of the County.

Park hours: May 29-September 5:30 AM-11:00 PM, October-March 6:00 AM-9:00 PM
Fee: free on weekdays, $2/vehicle on weekends (cash only). $1-$5 fee during special events (see website for calendar)

A popular walking path follows the perimeter of the lake.

The AllTrails website has a description and map of a hike at Ascarate Park.