Riverside Park, Salida: Address, Phone Number, Riverside Park Reviews: 4.5/5
Riverside Park
Riverside Park
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Restaurants
42 within 3 miles

Sweetie's Sandwich Shop
274
0.3 mi$$ - $$$ • Quick Bites • American • Vegetarian Friendly

Little Red Hen Bakery
171
0.3 mi$ • Bakeries • American • Cafe

Amicas
1,153
0.3 mi$$ - $$$ • Italian • Pizza • Vegetarian Friendly

Currents
553
0.2 mi$$ - $$$ • American • Bar • Vegetarian Friendly

Moonlight Pizza & Brewpub
860
0.3 mi$$ - $$$ • Italian • American • Brew Pub

The Fritz
485
0.2 mi$$ - $$$ • American • Bar • Vegetarian Friendly

Boathouse Cantina
1,116
0.2 mi$$ - $$$ • American • Bar • Vegetarian Friendly

Pizza Rio
47
0.2 mi$$ - $$$ • Italian • Pizza

Brown Dog Coffee Company
204
0.2 mi$ • Quick Bites • Cafe • Vegetarian Friendly

216 Ferraro's
315
0.2 mi$$ - $$$ • Italian • Vegetarian Friendly • Vegan Options
Attractions
31 within 6 miles

Arkansas Headwaters Recreation Area
25
0.1 miParks

Browns Canyon National Monument
22
0.1 miCanyons
Stage Left Theatre Company
1
0.1 miTheaters

Wood's High Mountain Distillery
75
0.2 miDistilleries

The Bungled Jungle
76
0.2 miArt Galleries

Monarch Mountain
262
0.2 miSki & Snowboard Areas
the green cat
9
0.2 miArt Galleries

Gallery 150
11
0.2 miArt Galleries

Gallery Van de Water
2
0.2 miArt Galleries

The Maverick Potter LLC.
33
0.3 miArt Galleries
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4.5
237 reviews
Excellent
172
Very good
52
Average
9
Poor
3
Terrible
1
Left-the-dog-at-home
159 contributions
Jul 2020 • Family
We debated joining the playful tubers, rafters, boogie-boarders who were splashing and laughing their way along Salida’s river. I am SO glad we decided to go for it!! It was the most fun, most exhilarating thing we did during vacay. We had far more fun on our own than whitewater rafting with an outfitter place.
Stop at Totally Tubular rental place and get either a tube or board, $15 for a half day and it includes the personal floatation vest.
We’ll be talking about this great day along the Arkansas river in downtown Salida for a long time. Great memories made!
Stop at Totally Tubular rental place and get either a tube or board, $15 for a half day and it includes the personal floatation vest.
We’ll be talking about this great day along the Arkansas river in downtown Salida for a long time. Great memories made!
Written July 26, 2020
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
JohnTrojak
Colorado Springs, CO41 contributions
Sep 2020 • Friends
Cool, shady, can sit on rocks. Can rent float tubes including helmet and life vest for $15 for three hours although there were none available at the time we were there. There are a few eateries around but we couldn't find a place that had water for sale so one of our group got dehydrated.
Written September 14, 2020
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
mictim2
Orlando, FL76 contributions
Aug 2020 • Couples
Loved this park. There is a paved walk prob around 3/4 mile great for walking or biking. It’s so pretty, we came back the next day with books and just hung out and read. There is a small outdoor venue for concerts and the like..... but with COVID, this appeared to be closed. Get out and enjoy. Would be very romantic at night too. ❤️
Written August 10, 2020
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James B
1 contribution
Jun 2020
We enjoyed our stay in Salida, but found this RV park to be in serious need of maintenance and improvement. Lots of tree trimming needed. It was difficult to get our rig into our spot without being scraped by overgrown tree limbs. The overgrown limbs also got in our way walking around. We could not use our awning due to the overgrown limbs. The bathrooms and shower house are too far away.
It was a very long walk and felt unsafe to my wife walking by herself. Also the speed bumps were, without exaggeration, the absolute worst we've ever endured. Too big, and not necessary. Many parks have speed bumps, but not like these Overall, the park needs updating. It looks like it has seen better days in the past, and needs some basic TLC and sprucing up. There is lots of potential there that is not being realized. We enjoyed the nice river flowing through the property, but for the price, we expected better. This park need some TLC, updating, and some basic care.
It was a very long walk and felt unsafe to my wife walking by herself. Also the speed bumps were, without exaggeration, the absolute worst we've ever endured. Too big, and not necessary. Many parks have speed bumps, but not like these Overall, the park needs updating. It looks like it has seen better days in the past, and needs some basic TLC and sprucing up. There is lots of potential there that is not being realized. We enjoyed the nice river flowing through the property, but for the price, we expected better. This park need some TLC, updating, and some basic care.
Written July 10, 2020
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
Carmen T
Colorado Springs, CO85 contributions
Aug 2020
Super fun place to go kayaking or floating. Nicely designed kayak park. It is also a nice place to walk, play in the park or relax. Walking by the river is nice. Shops and restaurants nearby.
Written August 20, 2020
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Connie L
Bulverde, TX21 contributions
Aug 2019
The town often has activities scheduled here and along the river that runs by it. The walk along the river is very nice.
Written September 9, 2019
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cm55323
Dallas, TX81 contributions
Jun 2017 • Couples
Great whitewater festival in the park. Food, clothing, etc..vendors, live music. Park is super clean, huge cottonwood trees provide plenty of shade.
Written June 18, 2017
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
normans974
Salida, Colorado17 contributions
May 2017 • Solo
Great park to just hang out after walking around Salida. Great place to watch folks float down the river. Nice little play area for the kids
Written May 23, 2017
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
welv2trvl
Des Moines204 contributions
Jul 2020 • Family
This was a great place for a picnic. The area is shaded and restrooms are nearby. We enjoyed the several kayakers negotiating the swift flowing river.
Written August 17, 2020
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
T_Rex_Toyota
Coppell, TX145 contributions
Aug 2020 • Family
On this Saturday night, they had a free band. To be honest, the music was not that good but hey, it’s free.
Around the downtown, it’s just few blocks here and there. The park is next to the river which was a nice view and relaxing
Around the downtown, it’s just few blocks here and there. The park is next to the river which was a nice view and relaxing
Written August 9, 2020
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
How long is the Riverwalk? Are leashed dogs allowed?
GingerBrandy
Denver69 contributions
Its a nice walk for about a mile with restaurants along the way and with patio's for watching the water. Good place for dogs to go walk to. Nice little spots to sit and chil and watch the water.
Diane G
Littleton, CO
Attractions for a 4 year old
hanesrm
Salida, CO13 contributions
As stated in my review, there is a playground area to the left of the stage, during fibark they fence off the playground so adults without children don't go stumbling in. The playground features swings a slide, a rock wall and other obstacles to keep kids entertained for a while
Michelle D
Moundridge, KS
Hi Troy, where did you go for your nephew to float through the drop? I've been looking and not sure where to go/what we need to do for our kids - I think they would enjoy; thanks!
Troy U
4 contributions
The river runs along the park. There are 4 or 5 places where the river drops and creates some whitewater. You can wade and swim in the calm water. The children will want to have life jackets if they want to float through the drops and whitewater.
Tracy D
Dallas, TX4 contributions
Can you fish here?
richbonilla
Berthoud, CO117 contributions
I saw fly fishing, going on......l@@ked nice......
Frequently Asked Questions about Riverside Park
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- Hotels near Riverside Park:
- (0.02 mi) The Salida Opera House Loft
- (0.03 mi) Perfect Location! On the River, Downtown Salida! Dogs Welcome (STR-0258)
- (0.32 mi) Woodland Motel
- (0.21 mi) Manhattan Hotel
- (0.34 mi) Simple Lodge
- Restaurants near Riverside Park:
- (0.20 mi) Boathouse Cantina
- (0.25 mi) Sweetie's Sandwich Shop
- (0.22 mi) Currents
- (0.30 mi) Little Red Hen Bakery
- (0.20 mi) Pizza Rio