Riverside Park

Been’ there

a week ago

It’s a very nice park located between the river and the college. It’s all paved and it’s a very good size park. Part of the has the green grass if you are lucky you’ll see a river boat cruise right at the Eagle statute. Many local people flock this park most parts of the day. It’s not a huge park, but it’s a very good size.

Melissa Moos

3 weeks ago

This was a gorgeous place. Very nice walking paths. Gorgeous views. There is a very beautiful garden you can walk through. You don't want to miss it. It doesn't look like as much when you peak in but once you walk in, it goes on and on! There is a restroom and they are actually very clean. Great place to stop.

Michelle Rausch

3 months ago

Riverside is beautiful during all seasons. Winter has the rotery lights and spring, summer, and fall bring live music, amazing views, and nature. Tons of restaurants and little shops to visit. The gardens are absolutely stunning too walk through. There are different gardens to look at and each one is equally beautiful. Great place to walk or sit and people watch.

Margaret “Gina” Gibbs

5 months ago

We primarily spent time at the Friendship Gardens at Riverside Park in La Crosse and it ended up being peaceful and beautiful. The gardens run right along the river and everything felt calm, quiet, and well cared for. The flowers were blooming especially the peonies, several types of lilacs smelled incredible, and the cottonwood trees were releasing fluff through the air like soft summer snow. The gardens are divided into sections representing different countries and cultures including China, Norway, France, Russia, Cameroon, Ireland, and Germany. Each area had its own style and personality. The Chinese garden had a lovely water feature with koi fish and lily pads. The Norwegian garden’s water feature was empty likely because some naughty trolls drained it. There were several of the trolls about in the garden but they weren't talking. The Irish garden had a flowing water feature with a water-powered wheel that looked like something out of a storybook. One end of the garden pathways connected directly into the larger riverfront park area with sculptures, open river views, and historical markers including one discussing a boat wreck along the river. At that end there was also a riverboat cruise available that toured the Mississippi River, although they operated on scheduled times and required tickets. (We didn't want to wait for next cruise time so we passed.) Another end of the garden path connected to a walking and biking trail along the river that was actively being used by cyclists, walkers, runners, and families while we were there. Across the street was the amphitheater with a huge green grassy field that gave the whole area an open and relaxing atmosphere. The whole area felt peaceful without being boring and active without feeling crowded. Definitely worth visiting if you are in La Crosse.

Holly Andersen

10 months ago

Wonderful at Christmas time with the Rotary Lights. It's very cold, so bundle up more than you think you need to. Being right on the river, it can be windy too. They do have a very nice warning rent half way through, where they also have bands play. Overall a great experience that we've made a family tradition the past 8 years.