Riverbank Park
Market St & Raymond Blvd, Newark, NJ 07105
10 acres
Riverbank Park in Newark traces the historic Passaic River in the Ironbound district. Leashed dogs walk shaded trails with water fountains, benches, and trash cans nearby. Stick to paths to avoid restricted areas.
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- Park
- Riverbank Park
- Type
- Metropark
- Location
- Newark, New Jersey
- Coordinates
- 40.7256, -74.1567
- Size
- 10 acres
- Leash required
- Yes
- Best for
- Hot-weather visits
- Visitor rating
- 4.3 / 5 (820 reviews)
- Vibe Score™
- 5.9 / 10 — Decent
- Last verified
- June 2026 — Dog Parks Hub directory
Amenities
- Shade:Yes
- Water on-site:Yes
- Fenced:No
- Off-leash zone:No
- Small-dog area:No
- Benches:Yes
- Restrooms:No
- Parking:No
- Waste bags:No
- Indoor:No
- · Water on-site
- · Real shade
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Dog policy
Historic 10-acre Olmsted-designed park along Passaic River in Ironbound. Leashed dogs welcome on paths.
What this park has
- Shade
- Water fountains
- Benches
- Trash cans
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