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Riverside Park
4.6 ★★★★★ 2,084 Google reviews · Running trail in New Smyrna Beach, Florida · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Riverside Park's own listing, the park or land manager's website, and runner reviews. Blank cells mean we could not verify that fact — we would rather say "not reported" than invent one. There is no Easy / Moderate / Hard rating on this page on purpose: a one-word difficulty score tells you nothing about whether a trail suits your run. Surface, distance, shade and hours do.
Quaint park on the banks of the Indian River known for its fishing, playground & open space.
What runners say about Riverside Park
“It is well maintained with a first rate playground that actually has a section that was built fo kids 2-5 years old.”
“Great for fishing, kids play ground, picnics, dog park friendly, beautiful views, restrooms, water fountain, absolutely fabulous”
“Great for fishing, kids play ground, picnics, dog park friendly, beautiful views, restrooms, water fountain, absolutely fabulous”
Great Park near quite a bit of other activities. It is well maintained with a first rate playground that actually has a section that was built fo kids 2-5 years old. A veterans memorial with some history lessons to those who stop to read.
We went here during the 4th of July fireworks celebration and it was a great memory. The park is in proximity to the bridge and boat area. Grass and structures are well maintained. There is also a monument for WW2 distinguished units, a kids playground, and a public bisex restroom.
Really nice place to walk and share with your family. You can bring your dog. Many people fishing and having a good time. We saw dolphins and manta rays. Not too crowded for a Saturday.
Very relaxing here, love the monuments and the park. Good walkaround and plenty of shade to sit and enjoy the view
Trail conditions & character
“Great for fishing, kids play ground, picnics, dog park friendly, beautiful views, restrooms, water fountain, absolutely fabulous”
“Great for fishing, kids play ground, picnics, dog park friendly, beautiful views, restrooms, water fountain, absolutely fabulous”
“Great for fishing, kids play ground, picnics, dog park friendly, beautiful views, restrooms, water fountain, absolutely fabulous”
“The BIGGEST downside is there is virtually NO PARKING!”
“Great for fishing, kids play ground, picnics, dog park friendly, beautiful views, restrooms, water fountain, absolutely fabulous”
Plan your run at Riverside Park
The practical stuff
- AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
- DistanceNot reported. Trail systems often quote total path mileage rather than a single loop, so measure the route you actually want before you drive out.
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- At the trailheadparking, restrooms, water — reported by runners
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Phone(386) 424-2175
Hours
| Monday | 6 AM–11 PM |
| Tuesday | 6 AM–11 PM |
| Wednesday | 6 AM–11 PM |
| Thursday | 6 AM–11 PM |
| Friday | 6 AM–11 PM |
| Saturday | 6 AM–11 PM |
| Sunday | 6 AM–11 PM |
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