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Photo: Riverfront Park View - Flickr - docoverachiever by Sheila Sund from Salem, United States (CC BY 2.0) License

Riverfront City Park

Park · Salem, Oregon

Live flow only — judge the water in person

Use caution

Live flow only — judge the water in person: live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby.

  • Streamflow 6,910 ft³/s
  • Gage height 5.31 ft

Live, provisional data from USGS gauge WILLAMETTE RIVER AT SALEM, OR (0.2 mi away), as of Oct 19, 11:50 PM gauge-local time.

Why, sources & official advisories
  • Live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby. — USGS gauge 14191000, as of Oct 19, 11:50 PM gauge-local time
  • Flow is within the normal range (25th–75th percentile) for Oct 20 (median 10,500 ft³/s over 110 years). — USGS daily streamflow statistics, as of Oct 19, 11:50 PM gauge-local time

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

Cool todayPicnic tablesPublic restroomWheelchair accessible entranceWheelchair accessible parking lot

Riverside green area with a playground, an amphitheater, a carousel & the Eco Earth Globe sculpture.

Weather at Riverfront City Park

50°F, Overcast · H 71° / L 45° · 9% chance of rain
H: 71° L: 45°
Overcast
Overcast
50°
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Feels like 48°
Precipitation
9%
Humidity
64%
Wind
5 mph
UV Index
0
12 AM
Overcast
50°
3 AM
Overcast
48°
6 AM
Overcast
47°
9 AM
Overcast
50°
12 PM
Cloudy
63°
3 PM
Sunny
71°
6 PM
Overcast
63°
9 PM
Overcast
55°

Frequently asked questions

Where is Riverfront City Park?
Riverfront City Park is a park in Salem, Oregon.
Can you swim at Riverfront City Park?
Live flow only — judge the water in person: live streamflow is available but no water-temperature sensor is nearby. Checked October 19, 2026.
How is Riverfront City Park rated?
Riverfront City Park in Salem, Oregon has an average visitor rating of 4.7 out of 5, based on 5275 reviews.

Location & Contact

200 Water St NE, Salem, OR 97301

Salem, Oregon 97301

💡 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

Highlights

⭐ Picnics

Accessibility

♿ Wheelchair accessible entrance♿ Wheelchair accessible parking lot

Amenities

🧺 Picnic tables🚻 Public restroom🏪 Slides🏪 Swings

Family & Children

👶 Good for kids👶 Good for kids birthday👶 Kid-friendly hikes👶 Playground
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