Challen Park — Attraction in Riverside

Great small park to get in a quick exercise sesh in before beginning your day....i like to bring my two dogs here so they can get fresh air and exercise...i dont really recommend bringing kids because there isnt much for them to do other than walk so my daughter isnt too fond of coming with me (11 year old, maybe thats why lol). I recommend sunblock and a hat during the day since there isnt any shade anywhere other than the foothill of...

Located just off of Van Buren, this is a wonderful place to take your kids or doggo on a walk. There are flat trails that go around the perimeter of the park, and plenty of varying inclined trails heading towards the peak of the hill.

Watch out for rattlesnakes, I haven't seen one yet.

Parking: There is a dirt parking lot or curbside parking available on the Challen St side.

Restrooms:...

The city has not been keeping up with this park’s maintenance. There’s a lot of glass on or near the trails. There’s so much feces on or near the trails. Dog owners need to pick up after their pets. There’s also trash and a small homeless encampment. It’s definitely a good cardio workout, but I don’t think it’s worth it given the feces, glass, and overall...