Riverside Park, Lynchburg
2238 Rivermont Ave, Lynchburg, VA 24503
45 acres
Riverside Park in Lynchburg overlooks the James River across 45 acres of open space. Leashed dogs roam shaded areas with water available and restrooms nearby. Parking and trash cans facilitate family outings; bring a picnic for riverside downtime.
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- Park
- Riverside Park, Lynchburg
- Type
- Metropark
- Location
- Lynchburg, Virginia
- Coordinates
- 37.4347, -79.1611
- Size
- 45 acres
- Leash required
- Yes
- Best for
- Hot-weather visits
- Visitor rating
- 4.6 / 5 (620 reviews)
- Vibe Score™
- 6.7 / 10 — Solid
- Last verified
- May 2026 — Dog Parks Hub directory
Amenities
- Shade:Yes
- Water on-site:Yes
- Fenced:No
- Off-leash zone:No
- Small-dog area:No
- Benches:No
- Restrooms:Yes
- Parking:Yes
- Waste bags:No
- Indoor:No
- · Water on-site
- · Real shade
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Dog policy
45-acre Lynchburg city park overlooking the James River. Leashed dogs welcome.
What this park has
- Shade
- Water fountains
- Parking
- Restrooms
- Trash cans
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