Is there parking at Riverbank Park?

On-site or nearby parking is available at Riverbank Park.

Is Riverbank Park shaded?

Riverbank Park has trees, shade sails, or other shelter that offers some shade. Coverage varies by time of day.

Are there picnic tables at Riverbank Park?

Yes, picnic tables or seating are available at Riverbank Park.

Is there a sandpit at Riverbank Park?

Yes, Riverbank Park includes a sandpit.

Does Riverbank Park have swings?

Yes, swings are part of the equipment at Riverbank Park.

Does Riverbank Park have a slide?

Yes, Riverbank Park includes a slide.

Is there a climbing frame at Riverbank Park?

Yes, a climbing frame or climbing structure is part of the equipment at Riverbank Park.

Where is Riverbank Park?

Riverbank Park is in Ebdentown, Upper Hutt City, New Zealand.

Playground

Riverbank Park

Parking lot 98 Pine Avenue, Ebdentown, Upper Hutt 5018

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Best suited to

Toddler zone0–4Child5–9

NearbyWaterTall dropAt a distance

Why these ages?

Sits directly beside the Hutt River on the Hutt River Trail (water risk, no fence) and a reviewer explicitly says 'Not really suitable for toddlers, taller children would love it though, as the fort and slides were quite high up'. Only one infant swing for the 2-4 crowd. Better for confident 5-9 year olds who can handle the taller fort and slides. Tweens will find it too small.

Accessibility

Partial access

- Bark or wood-chip surface (wheels sink)

Access notes

Description explicitly states the play surface is bark chip, a barrier for wheelchair users. Off street parking is available nearby, but no accessible parking or firm path is confirmed.

What's here

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Riverbank Park's playground sits in Ebdentown beside the Hutt River, Te Awa Kairangi, right on the Hutt River Trail, making it a natural stop on a riverside walk or ride with young kids.

Good to know

HistoryPlayground established: 2016-2021.
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On siteEquipment includes multi-play structure (with slide), swings (with infant swing), solo spinner.
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On siteJunior-suitable items include infant swing, slide (suitable for young children.
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AmenitiesRiverbank Park in Ebdentown sits alongside the Hutt River (Te Awa Kairangi) and forms part of the Hutt River Trail corridor connecting Upper Hutt's riverside reserves.
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AmenitiesPlayground surface: bark.
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AmenitiesSite amenities include picnic tables.
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AmenitiesSite size category: 1 Small.
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AmenitiesAsset type: Tilley Tilt.
Source: maps.upperhutt.govt.nz
AmenitiesCouncil register facilities: Rubbish Bin.
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AmenitiesRiverbank Park is home to a children's playground, well-established shade trees and the Upper Hutt Bridge Club.

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From the crew

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Haydn M.
from Google15 Apr 2026
The brand new playground at Riverside Park certainly adds to the area. The pak has big open spaces too. Good for a bit of exercise, or just to sit and chill out.
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Ross W.
from Google15 Apr 2026
Nice clean park. No shade for the equipment though, so the black plastic was firecracker hot in the midday sun. Not really suitable for toddlers, taller children would love it though, as the fort and slides were quite high up. Climbing equipment was pretty neat. One standard adult swing and one kids seat with a chain belt. Spinning platform stick thing. The fort has 2 slides, one of them is a double slide. Also a Fireman's pole, abseiling climb, couple of ladders. Needs some shade and something for the little kids. Otherwise recommend.
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Teresa G.
from Google15 Apr 2026
Attended the Gypsy fair this weekend, great music, food and items to buy. An awesome family day out.
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K M.
from Google15 Apr 2026
Went there for an event which was fantastic. Only problem was there was broken glass bottles on the grass that definitely needed to be picked up with the amount of kids there that day.
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Kirsten J.
from Google15 Apr 2026
Appeared to be a nice place to visit. Very clean and appealing. I went there looking for shade and it was great!
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Geraldine C.
from Google15 Apr 2026
Great evening with the Mahon entertainment fair. Lovely park. Very well maintained and clean
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Helen M.
from Google15 Apr 2026
Attended the dinosaur event nesr this park and was very handy as my little one wanted to have a run around after the event and he enjoyed this playground.
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Hana M.
from Google15 Apr 2026
Gorgeous wee park! My son absolutely loved it 💙 …
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Lisa B.
from Google15 Apr 2026
I enjoy the green strip at the back of house. Much prefer this to walking right beside the motorway.
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Conrad K.
from Google15 Apr 2026
Water was so clean and the stones were so nice and beautiful
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