This strange park includes some modern facilities, some abandoned ruins, and some trails. Anyone reading the name and expecting to end up on the river is going to find that the bluffs here are prohibitively steep, and if you fell down off the largely unfenced rim trail and somehow survived, you'd be on train tracks. The trains are periodically audible through the greenery but are hard to see. Nonetheless, the park has some nice vistas and handy facilities, and it is free. read more

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Came here not expecting much, but was surprised with the beautiful views, large parking space, and great hiking trails. During our hike, we spotted quite a few deer walking past us (in close proximity), so that was exciting. The trails weren't difficult, but be prepared to walk up some sketchy spots if it's wet out. Probably the coolest view was seeing the old train tracks and river from afar! I highly encourage anyone to visit this park if you're in the area. read more

Riverside Park - Parks Near Me - Lynchburg, Virginia

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An amazing park for all ages. It is just a nice place to come and walk around. Great well-maintained trails. They got grills and a pavilion as well as tennis and basketball courts. If you have kids, they will love coming here as well. Right next to the parking lot is a playground and a splash pad! If you go down the trails you will find a train, they will love as well. Plenty of parking. read more

Riverside Park - Splashpad - Parks Near Me - Lynchburg, Virginia

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Riverside park has a number of perks: history, space, trails, a water park, and play equipment. It's lovely in the autumn, and a prime spot for local photographers taking family photos. We visit several times a week. Check out the boat that carried Grant to his final resting place, view the trail track from afar, and get some great exercise in nature while your kids have a blast! read more

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Good playground for kids of all ages. No mulch was a big plus for us with a non-walker and a toddler. We liked the trains especially! read more

Riverside Park - Drum circle playground - Parks Near Me - Lynchburg, Virginia

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A great place to walk around. There are several trails and paths to explore. Take time to overlook the James River! It is beautiful! Be careful if you are going on the trail that goes along the mountain. It is extremely steep and can be slippery when it rains. There are various artifacts throughout the park to look at. There is a boat from the Civil War, a train from years ago, and the constitution tree. There are two playgrounds for kids and several picnic tables to enjoy an outdoor meal during this time. Take some time to expire this beautiful park read more

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Lovely city park with great amenities! We decided to take a jaunt away from our downtown hotel on Fathers Day, and Riverside park was perfect! It was a hot day, but the pavilion offered plenty of shade, a nice view of the river, and lovely birdsong. The pickle ball courts were in use, and families were enjoying the grills for their bbq. Folks were walking their dogs, kids were playing... A great little park so close to downtown and residential neighborhoods! read more

This park never disappoints! It's gorgeous all year round, with beautiful blooming trees in the spring, and colorful leaves in the fall. It's expansive, and great for a walk or to take the family to kill some time. I like to park in the lot near the new playground and splash park. This is one of my favorite spots in town to photography families and couples! read more

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LOVE LOVE LOVE this park!!!! I cannot say enough great things! I love that when you turn in, the area on the right has swings and a playground that is smaller but is completely treed, so you can stay out of the sun here!!!! Drive a little further and there's another playground which is a bit in the sun but still great. If you follow the road around more and up the hill a bit, you'll find a really cool play area that is made to resemble a train. What I love about this part of the park is the playground is covered by a canopy on one side, so the slides don't get so hot! It's one of my pet peeves to have the slides so hot that they burn kids' legs! In the same area is one of the little library areas also, so you can pick up a book while the little ones are playing! The best part of the park, IMHO, is beside the train part...it's the spray park!!!! It supposedly opens at 11 but I've been told you can press the on button to start it earlier. I doubt this is true but who knows?! In any event, my niece LOVED it and admittedly, I found it pretty cool! I was also told they're looking to expand this area! I think it would be great, although even when it's busy there's still plenty space to have fun! There's also nothing like this in the 'Burg so definitely worth checking out! There's also plenty of room around this area to sit in the grass and also in the shade so when you pack your towels and waters and all, don't forget a big blanket to sit on or chairs! There's also a bathroom area behind it, which is very convenient! I saw many moms pack for the day and bring lunch along - just don't forget the sunscreen!!!! read more

Riverside Park - Just one pic I took of the spray park!!! - Parks Near Me - Lynchburg, Virginia

Great for picnics, or hanging out. My two year old didn't like the splash park but there is a playground right beside it that he explored a little. It provides enough fun for kids, older kids may not enjoy the splash park as it is suited more toward toddlers to young kids. The maintenance of the park seemed up to par but we where there early on a Saturday morning. The splash park doesn't start the water flowing until 11. read more

My nephew and I had a blast! The water wasn't on yet. That's my only complaint. Otherwise I would've given this place 5 stars. We enjoyed our walk down Alpine Trail also. We recorded a deer that was just standind there watching us. It was amazing! I've never been that close to a deer before in my life. read more

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Love the splash pad! Great for kids, and the playground is right there too so there are many options. It's fun to go down to see the train too! read more