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River Hill Park

Park · Lexington, Kentucky

Comfortable for a swim today

Good to swim

Comfortable for a swim today: water temperature is 75°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range.

  • Water temp 75°F (24°C)
  • Streamflow 16 ft³/s
  • Gage height 1.46 ft

Live, provisional data from USGS gauge WEST HICKMAN CR AT VETERANS PARK NR LEXINGTON, KY (1.1 mi away), as of Oct 20, 6:00 AM gauge-local time.

Why, sources & official advisories
  • Water temperature is 75°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range. — USGS gauge 03284552, as of Oct 20, 6:00 AM gauge-local time
  • Flow is within the normal range (25th–75th percentile) for Oct 20 (median 11 ft³/s over 14 years). — USGS daily streamflow statistics, as of Oct 20, 6:00 AM gauge-local time
  • A Special Weather Statement has been issued for Orange; Washington; Scott; Jefferson; Crawford; Perry; Harrison; Floyd; Clark; Breckinridge and other areas. — NWS Louisville KY

No official beach-advisory feed for Kentucky yet — follow posted signs and local guidance.

Get an email when it’s warm enough

It’s 75°F at River Hill Park now. We check the water daily and email you once when it reaches your temperature.

Cool todayBasketball courtPicnic tablesPublic restroomWheelchair accessible entrance
Editor's Notes
River Hill Park, a park in Lexington, Kentucky. Restrooms, picnic tables, slides, swings and a playground on site; visitors come for hiking and picnicking. It is wheelchair-accessible, dog-friendly and kid-friendly.

Weather at River Hill Park

46°F, Clear · H 70° / L 45° · 2% chance of rain
H: 70° L: 45°
Clear
Clear
46°
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Feels like 43°
Precipitation
2%
Humidity
59%
Wind
5 mph
UV Index
0
12 AM
Partly Cloudy
51°
3 AM
Clear
48°
6 AM
Clear
46°
9 AM
Sunny
49°
12 PM
Sunny
64°
3 PM
Partly Cloudy
70°
6 PM
Sunny
66°
9 PM
Clear
55°

Frequently asked questions

Where is River Hill Park?
River Hill Park is a park in Lexington, Kentucky.
What is the water temperature at River Hill Park?
As of October 20, 2026, the water temperature at River Hill Park in Lexington, Kentucky is 75°F (24°C), measured by USGS gauge 03284552, 1.1 miles away.
Can you swim at River Hill Park?
Comfortable for a swim today: water temperature is 75°F, within the comfortable 70–86°F range. Checked October 20, 2026.
How is River Hill Park rated?
River Hill Park in Lexington, Kentucky has an average visitor rating of 4.4 out of 5, based on 210 reviews.

Location & Contact

3800 Crosby Dr, Lexington, KY 40517

Lexington, Kentucky 40517

Popular Times
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💡 Best times & visiting tips
  • ›Weekday mornings (8–10 AM) are typically less crowded
  • ›Check the forecast 2–3 days ahead for best planning
  • ›Avoid holiday weekends for a quieter experience

Features & amenities

People Talk About

💬 disc golf💬 walking💬 basketball court💬 tennis courts💬 trail💬 bathrooms💬 water fountains💬 baseball field💬 running💬 hole

Highlights

⭐ Picnics

Accessibility

♿ Wheelchair accessible entrance♿ Wheelchair accessible parking lot

Amenities

🏪 Baseball field🏀 Basketball court🧺 Picnic tables🚻 Public restroom🏪 Slides🏪 Swings

Family & Children

👶 Good for kids👶 Kid-friendly hikes👶 Playground
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