Circle K Park in South Phoenix is now Highline Park.

The Phoenix Parks and Recreation Board renamed the park, 1346 E. South Mountain Road, because of its proximity to the Highline Canal in South Phoenix, according to a release.

The name change was approved along with the proposed master plan for the park, which will include a park renovation and additions such as a new playground area, lighting, a new sport court, nine-hole disc golf course, WalkPHX path and a new park restroom, city officials said in the release.

“We are thrilled to announce this name change for our beloved park. The new master plan will provide a wide range of enhancements that will make this park a great place for everyone in our community," said Kelly Dalton, parks and recreation board chair.

Park renovation design and permitting is anticipated to take about 12-14 months, and park construction will take about a year, according to the release. The Highline Park renovation process is expected to be complete in summer 2025.

The land for the park was purchased in 1972 and was named Escondido Park. In 1984, the park was developed in a partnership between parks and recreation and Circle K, resulting in the name change  to Circle K Park.

Since then, the park has undergone changes. The playground has been replaced, the parking lots have been renovated and new ramadas have been installed.

City officials said renovations are needed again, and Phoenix has allocated $2.48 million in Phoenix parks and preserve initiative funding for fiscal years 2022-24.