Harris Riverfront Park is a beautiful waterfront destination in Huntington offering scenic Ohio River views and diverse recreational amenities. The park features a skateboard park, walking and biking trails, playgrounds for children, and exercise stations. Visitors consistently praise the peaceful setting, excellent maintenance, and ample parking for all vehicles including RVs. The riverside location provides stunning foliage views and opportunities to enjoy nature. While most guests appreciate the clean, well-maintained grounds and family-friendly atmosphere, some note that occasional maintenance of the riverbank area could be improved. Open 8 AM–11 PM daily, Harris Riverfront Park is an ideal spot for skaters, families, and anyone seeking outdoor recreation with river views.
Greater Huntington Park & Recreation District – Huntington, West Virginia
Ranked #12 of 13 skate parks in Huntington by visitor rating
Heads up: This listing appears to be a different type of place, not a traditional skate park. It may still be worth a visit anyway – but worth knowing before you go.
About
Greater Huntington Park & Recreation District serves the Huntington community with various parks and recreational facilities. Visitors appreciate the riverside setting and playground areas, though some amenities like the larger playground are currently closed. The facility hosts events and offers family-friendly activities. Note that facilities operate weekdays only (8 AM–4:30 PM), and visitors recommend bringing cash or cards for concessions. Best for families seeking accessible outdoor recreation and community events in Huntington.
What visitors say
★★★★★“The 2023 Mickey’s Halloween Bash hosted by Greater Huntington Park & Recreation District was the biggest let down ever. So poorly executed, the venue did not even seem remotely big enough to host that many people. The lines were so atrocious, the staff for the event did not even …”
★★★★★“We have had multiple events at St Clouds and loved it but Was going to have a surprise party on June 8th and had all invites already sent out and now all the sudden it was overbooked and asked to move to Sunday, impossible when the party planners work on Sundays. Plus out church …”
★★★★★“River is nice. Many vagrants and a loose pit bull. Bigger Playground is closed. Not sure if it’s being replaced or in total disrepair. Toddler slide and swing are open. Watch out for needles.”
★★★★★“It would of been nicer if they would of put some sort of shelter while u are sitting here. Especially during the hot weather. Was here back in June for the comic and Toy Con and I thought I was going to have a heat Stroke. Oh and if you don't have a Credit card ur SOL. U gotta…”
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