Alright. This park has the best swimming water for just dilly dally splashing around. You can float from the start of this park, to the end of Riverside Park just on your back. Boats and ski-do come by quick so look out. This park has a lot of sand compared to others and is great for little kids earlier in the day. As the day progresses, more and more interesting characters gather in the park. Well before night fall, you will want to be gone or you start worrying for your safety. DOGS: love this area, but beware for dogs that are aggressive to other dogs but aren't leashed. Other times your friendly dog can be off leash with a bunch of other friendly dogs and that gets super fun. FISHING: I have seen people attempt this spot hundreds of times. I don't recommend it. No one I have seen has ever left with more than their own empty beer cans. This is a much better family swim spot than fishing. You can see small fish jump here and there. I just took a swim this afternoon and it was just as amazing as I remember it being when I lived nearby. If you need a nature fix that is close to town, this is my favorite. :) Happy Swimming!!