Riverfront City Park
About
23-Acre Park Along the Willamette River
Riverfront City Park is a 23-acre park next to downtown Salem along the Willamette River. The grounds feature an indoor carousel, a playground, an amphitheater, the Eco Earth Globe sculpture, and a paved multi-use path connecting north to Minto-Brown Island Park.
Family Programs
Open-access outdoor recreation across the park footprint. Programs include:
- Indoor Riverfront Carousel
- Playground
- Amphitheater concerts
- Eco Earth Globe sculpture
- Walking and biking paths
- Riverside picnic areas
What's Included
- Free park admission
- Carousel rides ticketed separately
- Restrooms
- Picnic areas
Experience
Ideal half-day family stop combining downtown Salem with riverside time. Kids 2-10 enjoy the carousel and playground; older kids and parents bike to Minto-Brown. Plan 2 hours.