Riverside Park

Welcome to Riverside Park located on the banks of the Hudson River on New York City's Manhattan Island. Like Central Park and many other parks around the nation, this park was designed by the great Frederick Law Olmsted and is considered to be one of the city's best. Come out and explore the trails.

The exact acreage of this park is unknown but Riverside Park South is included in this park's profile.

New York City Park Ordinances

*Unless otherwise posted all parks close at 1:00 a.m. and open at 6:00 a.m.

*The following are prohibited; childless adults in the playground areas, defacing public property, fighting, gambling, glass objects, harming wildlife, littering, sexual activity, weapons.

*The following are only allowed in designated areas; alcoholic beverages, bicycles, fires, fishing, horseback riding, motor vehicles, swimming.

*The following require special permits; camping, sales.

*All animals must be leashed and waste removed.

Please respect these rules, the parks, and all local, State of New York, and United States statutes.