Is there parking at Riverside Park?

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

Is Riverside Park fenced?

Riverside Park has fencing around at least part of the playground. Check the visit notes and photos for the specific edges that are enclosed.

Is Riverside Park shaded?

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

Are there picnic tables at Riverside Park?

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

Does Riverside Park have swings?

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

Does Riverside Park have a slide?

Yes, Riverside Park includes a slide.

Does Riverside Park have a trampoline?

Yes, Riverside Park includes a trampoline.

Is there a climbing frame at Riverside Park?

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

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Playground

Riverside Park

Name: Riverside Park
Address: Taradale, Napier, 4112, NZ
Price range: Free
Rating: 4.4

Taradale, Napier 4112

4.4

15
visits

ParksPlaygroundsWaterfront

Best suited to

Toddler-friendly0–4Child5–9

NearbyWaterFenced

Why these ages?

Reviewer confirms fenced and gated, description confirms fenced junior area within already-inclusive playground. Inclusive inground trampoline, carousel and infant swing suit toddlers; parents can let them roam contained. Waterfront setting flagged but river is beyond fence. Tower/net extend child appeal; limited for tweens.

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible

+ Wheel-on roundabout / carousel+ Step-free path to the play

Access notes

Description opens by calling this an inclusive playground with genuine accessible equipment, naming an inclusive inground trampoline and inclusive carousel, with artificial turf surfacing underfoot rather than bark or sand.

Shade

Shade at the playground

Forecast

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Daytime high in °C · % = chance of rain · data from yr.no

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Equipment

Baby swingsClimbing frameFencedParkingPicnic tablesShadeSlideSpring rockerSwingsToddler areaTrampolineSign in to add

Riverside Park in Taradale has an inclusive playground with genuine accessible equipment, a step up from the standard swing and slide combo found at most small parks.

Getting there

Directions in Google Maps

From the crew

Visits

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Wade A.
from Google15 Apr 2026
Great place to walk your dog, both on and off leash (there is a fenced area).
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Anoop M.
from Google15 Apr 2026
Small, recently renovated and recommended for small kids. Its fenced and gated. Not a lot of ride.
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Fiona P.
from Google15 Apr 2026
Amazing walk with the hounds - Napier are incredible how they invest in their green spaces.
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Julie C.
from Google15 Apr 2026
I didnt stay there sorry so can not comment.
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Paul T.
from Google15 Apr 2026
Great for the dog
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Bryan G.
from Google15 Apr 2026
Great walking for dos
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Evan V.
from Google15 Apr 2026
Nice walking park
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Fiona P.
from Google15 Apr 2026
Fabulous!
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Terry R.
from Google15 Apr 2026
Lovely park
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