Upper West SideOutdoors & Recreation
Riverside Park South
Description
At the mouth of Riverside Park, seven acres of park land extend into the Hudson River, on a landscape built atop the remains of an original wooden pier. Home to an esplanade, riverside path, soccer field, two handball courts and three basketball courts, Riverside Park South hosts summertime concerts, special children’s events, and health and wellness classes.
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Type
Parks & Gardens
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