Temple — ideally situated along the Central Texas technology corridor with San Antonio and Austin to the south and Dallas and Fort Worth to the north — offers an exceptional quality of life to nearly 85,000 residents. Encompassing 76.2 square miles, Temple is easily accessible by road or air. The city offers the variety of a large metropolitan community while retaining a charming, small-town atmosphere with abundant opportunities for cultural and recreational pursuits that appeal to residents and visitors alike. The Parks and Recreation Department provides and maintains quality parks, facilities, green spaces, recreational activities, and special events for the community. The City is currently experiencing population growth, it was recently listed as one of the 20 fastest-growing