We recently had a special yearly tradition for The Park at River Walk, the Memorial Day Thousand Flags Ceremony. The entire park is covered in USA flags and it is always an awe inspiring sight. The day of ceremony always draws a large crowd. I took the family dog on a walk the night before to avoid the heat and enjoy the sight. It was nice to have a quieter moment to soak in the flags. It's also good to see families and friends gather at this awesome local park. It's nice to see the the park is being reinvested in with the playground currently under construction to bring in new equipment. I'll have to post some pictures of the structure once it's done! read more

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The Park at River Walk is a lively place for people to have picnics, enjoy a walk/run, admire the wildlife, or head to the Dignity Amphitheater for events. My best friend and I took a break from studying so that we can go for a walk here. Honestly, this park is so nice and I wouldn't mind laying out a blanket on the grass and reading under a tree. It was a refreshing place to relax our minds. I loved seeing the ducks and geese wading in the water. For the most part, the park is kept clean but it makes me sad to see garbage accumulate where the animals swim. read more

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Perfect day for a walk, all the birds were out and squirrels running around. The pond in the middle was full of ducks and geese. Bike trail, walking trails, sidewalks, kids playground and restrooms. read more

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This park has it all, the fishing, an amphitheater, water fountain for pictures, ducks, kids zone, bike path. If you need that family time or a little romantic walk this is the place to go. read more

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2026 5K Donut run at The River Walk is always a great turn out for these type of events. They usually have one every month if you want to sign up and run. read more

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We came out to Riverwalk on Sunday and today to walk our dog Bentley. Both days the weather was beautiful. Sunday was very crowded families setting up for barbecues. Lots of people like us walking their dogs and many just enjoying the shade reading a book or looking at their phones. The kids play area where all the toys are for the younger kids is fenced off. It's under construction. It looks like they're putting all new equipment in. It'll be nice when it's finished. There were some Hardy souls out there fishing, their chances were slim catching a fish today. Too much action on the lake, kids playing in the water radio control boats going by they had the ducks upset. I don't think the fish were very interested today. The park at Riverwalk has lots of shade perfect for grilling plenty of tables & benches some with freestanding charcoal barbecues. We spent about an hour out there got some exercise. Today Tuesday the park was different very peaceful and quiet, construction workers were back out working on the playground equipment. I still saw some fisherman The ducks were happy no radio controlled boats. the park is definitely more peaceful than last Sunday. We enjoyed both days and will return most likely again only during the week. read more

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Beautiful Bakersfield Took the kids on down the "river walk" and let them run till it was bath time. I tell you what, if there was an award for nicest places in Bakersfield I think this might be top 5 and not 5. The ducks and geese were Super chill!!! Nobody got chased!!! Some of the people were a lil sketchy but it's a public park. I think my favorite part might have been the water fountains and the playground for the kids. Just like Chuck E. Cheese I'm sure I'll be back, like it or not. read more

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This will always be a very, very special place for me. Forever. Date nights by candle light at picnic tables. Picnic dinners with Panda Express. Frisbee. Leashed dog walks. Memorial Day, green space covered in patriotic flags. Ice cream trucks. The care taken of this place. Lots of parking. Ducks. I'm a huge fan of the sunsets here and Bakersfield is lucky to have this gem. read more

This lantern festival was very beautiful. The lanterns can represent lost ones or life goals. The energy was calm and maybe a little sorrowful. As a community we all have lost love ones over the years and it is nice to see us all together peacefully and honor those we have lost. I would recommend coming around 6 and just walk around look at all the venders. The kit comes with one marker. It comes with the wooden base and a paper like lantern piece. I would recommend coming out and letting yourself relax around others who understand what you going through. read more

We had our staff meeting here at the beginning of the month ( I know, random), but I have to say it was really pleasant. I've been here many many times before, but never early morning during the week. it was very calm and relaxing. People were there with their kids and pets, there were runners, walkers and people hanging out! it was lovely. The times I've been have been really good. The park is well kept, its clean and conveniently located. The bike path is accessible and the lake is just beautiful. read more

This is a really great park to take a walk at or have a picnic. The path is paved; the grass is very green; and we can walk around the nice lakes. There is plenty of benches and shades to take breaks at. read more

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Bakersfield Leaders have done a great job, of developing several acres of open space, including a large amphitheater for performing who are world renowned! About 5 years ago, we saw Mike Love and another musician who joined them way back, performing Beach Boy tunes from 50 years before, in a musical, multi-media, state of the art concert that even brought Dennis Wilson and other deceased members back to life. read more

This is the park besides my house and I honestly love it!! Dogs are allowed so I brought mine and we had so much fun the lake is clean also I think they restocked the fish inside there so you can fish too! I had a great experience. read more

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Love these walks at night. The beautiful skies. So peaceful and relaxing. Love taking pictures read more

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This park is undoubtedly one of the best in Bakersfield, California. It is widely regarded as one of the safest and cleanest parks, making it an excellent choice for families looking to host events or for the city to organize community activities. Whether it's holiday celebrations, small concerts, Fourth of July fireworks, or Christmas festivities, this park can accommodate it all. You'll often see people walking, exercising, and walking their dogs. It's truly a great place to relax, enjoy a meal, or have a barbecue with family and friends. Most importantly, everyone here is simply enjoying their time together. read more

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The park at river walk was OK. There's a lot of poop on the ground from the birds and the concrete benches hurt my butt, But the view of the water is nice and the trees are nice also . read more

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Had a lovely time walking our dog here! They have an ampitheatre, fountains, as well as toilets for public to use. x read more

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Just a lovely park in the area. It's the perfect place for walking, running, cycling, hanging out, having a picnic, etc. Even though there are unhoused folks around, there are many more families and people getting a workout in so it feels pretty safe, even in the evening. The bathrooms near the playground however, do need TLC, especially on weekends when long lines form and bath tissue runs out! Overall, I enjoy coming here to exercise a couple of times per week. read more

The Park At River Walk - Sunsets at the park! - Parks Near Me - Bakersfield, California

Great for walking whether leisurely or for exercise. It's adjacent to the bike path so there are occasional bikers on the paths around the small man made lake. During the day, relative safe. But would not recommend after dark visiting. read more

I had a blast here. Will definitely be coming back soon. There were plenty of places to sit, eat, and chill. read more

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River Walk park has been a staple park back when I resided in Bakersfield. We went back for the Water Lantern Festival and glad to see that there was some EV charging for the car! So while we had fun, the car was also charging :) There were lots of parking and nearby stores like Sephora, Target, Crumbl Cookies, etc. Very lovely park! read more

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The Park at River Walk is one of Bakersfield's largest and best parks for people of all ages. Located immediately behind a large shopping center full of popular department stores, the park seems to attract all kinds of visitors. Aside from the families with children playing on the play structures, there were lots of fishers, cyclists, stoners, etc. While there are two small "lakes" (by desert standards lol) in the park and a river behind the park, most of them were dry during the time of my most recent visit. There was enough water in the main "lake" for people to fish, and a little bit of water trickling under the bridges through the stream that connects the lakes. There are many, many lawns and picnic areas in the park, strewn across several small hills. I also noted an amphitheater, several cactus gardens, and a large baseball field, although I'm not entirely sure if that was part of this park, or an adjacent one. The Kern River Bike Trail is sandwiched between the back of the park and the Kern River, which, as I mentioned, was dry. The first time my cousin brought me here was actually specifically to show me the dry riverbed. There was a concrete bridge over it, connecting the park to the rest of the bike trail. On the concrete bridge, I noticed dozens, or maybe even a few hundred love locks, just like the ones at the UC Davis Arboretum. Also of interest were some olive trees planted on the bike trail along the back of the park. They were so small that I almost didn't even recognize them as olive trees, until I spotted some tiny purplish black fruits. My favorite thing I saw in the park were the Muscovy ducks. I had never seen or heard of one before, and thought that it was a deformed duck, or the descendant of a duck that had mated with a turkey, or something. After a few Google searches, I learned something new. Not gonna lie, I felt a little dumb when I read that they're Native to the Americas and are very common. Cool park. Plenty of space to walk around. Check it out. read more

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My kids and I think this is one of the best parks in town! The park is HUGE and offers lots of fun activities like fishing, duck watching, bike riding, and - of course - a play ground. They also have built in bbq's, gazebos, and plenty of shaded seating areas. The bathrooms are usually clean and well-stocked, but I have found that the condition deteriorates as the day goes on. I always bring my own flushable wipes, just in case. The bike path is laid out like a road with little painted lanes, which my kids really get a kick out of. This park hosts many events for the community to celebrate holidays, too. On the 4th of July, they have a huge, free firework show and on Memorial Day, they do a big event where they put out a TON of American flags. There is a shopping center just across the way with a Starbucks, Target, Subway, McDonalds, froyo, etc., which is super convenient if you are spending the day with littles! Knocking one star because the water is pretty icky, so you can't really swim or take out paddle boats or anything. read more

Huge park, just beautiful. My grandkids loved feeding the ducks and taking pictures near the water. A lot of bbq pits with tables that were well kept. We will definitely be back to bbq when it warms up this Summer read more

Too many people just let their dogs poo everywhere and don't pick it up. People also don't know how to park. read more

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I have gone to this part for probably 15 years. Unfortunately it's gotten really bad. So if you go realize that people will not have their dogs on leashes. That was the first problem I ever encountered and I have seen dogs attack other dogs and people. They're homeless people that are out there and I've seen them push people off their bikes.. The latest issue is that there are kids ranging from maybe 12 up to late teens early twenties. They run the park and it spills over to them being outside Target harassing people at Nordstrom Rack harassing people. Yesterday at the park I had literally 12-year-olds on scooters who wanted to harm the ducks and geese and I tried to intervene and they were harassing me so I left. They literally on their scooters followed me to my car and we're flipping me off and then follow me all the way to the light on stockdale. It is just not the same park that I used to go to. These kids just want to kill all the ducks and geese they harass people it's just a nightmare. I won't be going there anymore read more

This park is getting 5 stars, but it's certainly not because of the beautiful River. April 2021, zero water in the River. but this is a beautiful green space with some nice picnic tables and public bathrooms. There are some swings for the kids, and for adults. Great place to have a family get-together. read more

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This Park is one of the best things about Bakersfield. It is a nice, comfortable park adjacent to the Kern River Paved Bike Trail which stretches for miles and miles. Park in any of the large park lots to ride your bike on the trail. There are many restaurants (and stores) adjacent to the park of all price levels for food before or after your ride. Also in the parking lot are vendors selling water and all kinds of other crap. The park is located in what seemed to me to be a safe area of the city that I would feel comfortable at. Lot's of people walk dogs and bring their kids to play in the park I saw. Lovers like to lay out a blanket and roll around on the grassy noels. Next door to the park is Spectrum Stadium for outdoor concerts. I would return here to park and ride my bike on the paved trail. read more

River walk is basically my backyard I love it so much you can walk, exercise, have romantic picnics, eat with family, have parties, bike trail,watch the sunset over the beautiful lake, walk your doggies, meet great people, host events, the amphitheater has concerts during the summer and watch movies!! It's truly the best park in all of bakersfield!!! I feel so blessed to have riverwalk as my backyard Also so many restaurants and shops walking distance! read more

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Very nice spacious park with walking paths,a lake, geese and ducks, and clean bathrooms! Also near McDonald's and target if you didn't bring food. read more

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I enjoy going on the trail at River Walk! It's nice to be outdoors for a run or a simple walk. I've been coming here for a while now, it's my go-to outdoor trail! read more

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Tried to call number a few times, prerecorded message each time. Pretty good size red ant pile under the slide area, be aware with littles that they dont stick their hands in it. read more

The Park At River Walk - Parks Near Me - Bakersfield, California

This place is a real treasure. I kind of hate to post this because more people will visit here. I would rather keep it to just us. Really amazing that this place is here. After you park your car and start walking it is surprising how big the park is following the river. read more

Nice park - but it's a big lie! There's no river there. It looks like there might have been water there at one time - but not now. There are a couple of lakes at the park, which are very nice. read more

My family and I stopped here on our way down to Palm Springs. It's a great location and an awesome area take a breather. There's plenty of Wide Open Spaces to enjoy and it seems to be pretty dog friendly which our Pooch enjoyed. My only complaint is that the restrooms seemed a little run down and in need of some attention. To be fair though, most public restrooms in parks are that way. Ultimately, it was a positive experience and I definitely consider stopping here again on our way back through the area. read more

This park has defined my time in Bakersfield-- sunny afternoons spent perched under a tree, next to the lake, captivated by a novel. There isn't much to do in Bakersfield, but this is my go to place. Here, I clear my head, reflect on life, run away to lands depicted in novels, share picnics with friends, run the trails, people watch. Here, I am in a perfect world where people remember the better things in life-- family, physical activity, sunshine, and TRUE joy. It makes me happy to see kids running around, dads teaching their sons how to fish, dogs walking happily alongside their owners. It makes me happy to enjoy conversation with a friend while sitting on a picnic blanket. It makes me happy to simply be outside and feel the sun touch my skin. This park has green grass, trees aplenty, and a fantastic lake. This park has laughing children, dogs of all varieties, and people of all ages. It is a beauty that I DEMAND everyone in Bakersfield to partake in! read more

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My favorite park to hitch a ride on the bike path heading East or West, to walk the pup, run, take in the scenery; children playing, people enjoying life, etc! Great for picnics, parties, photo shoots, concerts, events, exercise, fishing, or just being appreciative of this life we've all been blessed with! Go out and see the beauty in everything! read more

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My boys love this park & so do tons of other dogs & their humans! When it's warm it's hard to keep them from pulling me into the ponds. It's clean & most people are good about keeping their dogs on a leash. My big boy is BIG & I never know how he'll react to an off leash dog that runs up,(I hate to worry bought that). It's pretty clean, most of us do the right thing & keep our dog waste picked up. Also there are vendors like ice cream trucks, fruit & corn guys/girls & McDonald's & subway are steps away as well as other fast food & restaurants! The play areas always have kids playing together & there's enough space for them to ride bikes & electric cars without running into others. read more

The Park At River Walk - My boys, no filter just the way the light hits on the high hill in the late afternoon! Almost as gorgeous as my boys! - Parks Near Me - Bakersfield, California

Nice and clean park. Only thing that's I had a issue with is the homeless. Be aware when walking around!

Very nice and clean. All the shade trees make it super comfortable to enjoy a picnic, spending time with the family or just having some alone time. Watching the ducks and staring out to the lake it's very soothing and relaxing. read more