Springfield
Park District offers nature lovers and hikers the opportunity
to enjoy the outdoors through nature, hiking and equestrian type
trails. Trails are located at both Carpenter and Riverside parks
and can be enjoyed from dawn to dusk.
Carpenter
Park is used largely for hiking and nature observation. It is
located just north of the banks of the Sangamon River. Trail maps
are available at the park.
Riverside
Park is located south of the Sangamon River and provides both
a nature/equestrian adventure and open green space for more activities.
As a special note, Riverside park does flood during the Spring
of each year periodically due to the rise of water from the Sangamon
River. The park will be closed for safety reasons during flood
season.
