2420 East Riverside Drive Map it!
(317) 327-7171 (office)
(317) 327-7272 (pool)
Tony Johnson, Park Manager
Yolanda Echols, Assistant Park Manager
HOURS
| Mon.-Th. |
11AM-9PM |
| Fri |
11AM-8PM |
| Sat. |
10AM-4PM |
| Sun. |
CLOSED |
DESCRIPTION
Riverside Park was founded in 1898 as a part of land 6 miles in length. Two floods terrorized the park in 1904 and 1913. The city zoo located in the park closed in 1916 due to municipal restructuring. In 1927, Riverside was renamed Taggart Memorial Park, was changed back to Riverside Park in 1930.
The diverse recreation area serves the needs of the Indianapolis area in many ways. Athletic leagues, community and civic meetings, swimming, fitness programs, playgrounds, and large special events are the primary focus.
Riverside is located five miles from downtown area, but physically situated in a community at 2400 Riverside drive. The park is bounded by the White River on the west, The Riverside Community on the east, South Grove golf course on the south and The Rivers Edge neighborhood on the north.
AMENITIES
A family center with gymnasium, program space, large multi-purpose room, meeting rooms, weight room and craft/ceramic room.
Seasonal Aquatic Center
Tennis courts (12)
Baseball Diamonds (2)
Softball Diamonds (7, 3 lighted)
Playgrounds (2)
Boat Launch (White River)
Picnic Shelters (6)
Outdoor Basketball Courts (2)
Horseshoe Pit
Football Fields (4, 2 lighted)
RENTAL FACILITIES AND FEES (2010)
PARK MAP [PDF]