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South Riverside Park

Tourist attraction Park

Open lawn, landscaping, tennis/handball courts & bike paths. People often mention park,


Address

551 W Central Ave, Wichita, KS 67203

Contact

(316) 268-4361

Rating on Google Maps

4.60 (152 reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Friday: 8 AM to 8 PM
  • Saturday: 8 AM to 8 PM
  • Sunday: (Easter), 8 AM to 8 PM, Hours might differ
  • Monday: 8 AM to 8 PM
  • Tuesday: 8 AM to 8 PM
  • Wednesday: 8 AM to 8 PM
  • Thursday: 8 AM to 8 PM

Featured Reviews


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  • 4/5 Phat Girl Eats W. 2 years ago on Google
    This is a lovely place to visit in Wichita. There are lots of things to do or see here. There are some animals on display near the park restrooms. There is a very nice playground area for kids. They have the standing stones as an art exhibit. They remind you a little of Stonehenge but prettier. There is also a peaceful pond with an illuminated floating water lily display. You can feed the ducks and geese that frequent the park. Or you can take a small boat or kayak out on the river. They have a pavilion that can be rented for events. There is an open air gazebo as well. *Note: Sometimes, homeless people will hang out under the bridge near the round about to cool off in the summer. They will often fly signs to ask for change. They take the money, buy a bottle, and share amongst themselves. Normally isn't an issue unless they get rowdy. If you leave them be, they leave you be.*
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 J & S C. 5 years ago on Google
    When everything in life makes no sense and confusion has become your sanity. When what you once called " living " or "Iife" is now called "Not Dying" or "Not Dead" . Life or Living is no longer a positive or a blessing that is nice and smooth...it's become the must , just for the fact you made it , just so you could flip them off.... then ....He helps you come back to him and he shows you why he's great
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Dawn C. 4 months ago on Google
    Good place to kayak or row. Has decent entry points to the river. Great scenery and and plenty of room for multiple people on the water.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Jason S. 5 months ago on Google
    One of the top tier portions of Riverside Park, just north of Seneca and McLean, and accessible using Central. The paved path found here is one of the more scenic views of any city park. The amount of lush and lively trees to see here is impressive, giving the area lots of shade while enjoying the walk next to the river. One section of the park has low growing, drooping trees that are fascinating to explore. The park also has courts for pickle ball and tennis that can be rented as well as an indoor training center. Also in the area is a rowing center which has kayaks available for rent and docks for multiple activities. I highly encourage everyone to visit this incredible park of ICT.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Chris B. 5 years ago on Google
    Tennis lessons for everyone. Great coaching staff.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Jason Harding (JAY H. 3 years ago on Google
    I love Riverside both north and south including the parks. Fond memories as a kid going with my mom and brother to feed geese, visit the lil zoo, which way back when I was a lil kid man, had a concrete pond I believe where the parking lot is now, and they had mini alligators in there. Several great memories at this park throughout my youth and adult years. I'd not rather live in any other part of the city over Riverside.

  • 5/5 Laura C. 2 years ago on Google
    Enjoy walks with my daughter here. Beautiful place all around

  • 4/5 Aaron H. 1 year ago on Google
    One of my pickleball spots never disappoints.

  • 4/5 Stacy D. 1 year ago on Google
    My girls really loved this park and seeing the animals, the only thing I was disappointed about was the rocket that I was able to climb up was closed off, what's up with that?

  • 5/5 Bill Isles (Kansas N. 5 years ago on Google
    City of Wichita Public Park. Nice playground for the kids. Plenty of picnic tables and trash cans. Small wild animal exibit featuring Kansas wildlife. Historical markers with information about park and Wichita history. Nice splash pad for kids to cool off and play in. No public grills so bring your own.

  • 5/5 Trent A. 5 years ago on Google
    Beautiful park great spot for hammocking

  • 5/5 Nick M. 2 years ago on Google
    Awesome facility. The courts are in very good shape Great lighting for both tennis and pickleball courts. The staff is very helpful and nice. Ample parking and handicap accessible. I highly recommend this venue. Enjoy.

  • 5/5 Levi M. 2 years ago on Google
    Great place to play pickleball and tennis. Very large complex with multiple courts. Open late and very well lit.

  • 5/5 Deb O. 8 months ago on Google
    We play pickleball there. It's a beautiful setting: water trees sunshine fresh air ...

  • 5/5 Garrison L. 1 year ago on Google
    Best outdoor courts in Wichita. Excellent central location. Competitive leagues. Cheaper than Genesis.

  • 5/5 Roman M. 7 months ago on Google
    Love playing tennis here. Great facility.

  • 5/5 Alex M. 8 months ago on Google
    Love playing tennis here the guys who work here are great


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Amenities


  • Pets
    • ✓️ Dogs allowed
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible entrance
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible parking lot

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