River Park
An accessible park beside the Bitterroot River with gorgeous mountain views
River Park is a wheelchair accessible park in Hamilton, MT, featuring a paved trail that follows the Bitterroot River.
Features: Benches along the trail facing the river, a gazebo, a few picnic tables, and a playground close to the entrance in the grass. According to the Bitterroot Valley website, moose frequent the area, and there are interpretive signs along the trail. Wood ducks, osprey, and great horned owls can also be seen here.
Accessibility info: There are two van-accessible parking spots and an accessible public restroom. The trail is a wide, paved path. There is a hill at the entrance of the park (steeper than it appears in pictures), then flattens out. The first bench is about .1 mile from the parking lot and features a beautiful view! The path continues to the left another .1 mile, and to the right another .2 mile, and there are additional benches in both directions.
My experience: River Park took me by surprise! I wasn't expecting such an amazing view or how quiet it was for being right in town. What I loved most was the wide, paved path, because if I need to, I can use my wheelchair while still enjoying a beautiful place in nature.
Overall, River Park is a lovely spot. Perfect for a picnic, a walk, or just sitting on one of the benches and listening to the Bitterroot River as you enjoy the stunning mountain views. If you’re lucky, you might even spot a moose!
Find additional information at www.visitbitterrootvalley.com
