Pueblo’s Historic Arkansas Riverwalk

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Pueblo’s Historic Arkansas Riverwalk

Posted on 29 January 2012 by admin

When visiting Pueblo Colorado, one must see the beautiful Historic Arkansas Riverwalk. The Riverwalk is huge 32 acre land and water park opened freely to the public. The park provides a serene environment where one can relax, enjoy nature and learn history all at the same time.

You can take a tour on one of boats that cruise the Riverwalk where they share the history and the future of the park. Learn about the founders of the Riverwalk and the reason it was created. You will not be disappointed. HARP (Historic Arkansas Riverwalk Park) has a public website, but unfortunately it is pretty sparse at the moment, you can visit it here.

The Riverwalk has statues, water falls, a walk way that is along side the "river" where you can walk the entire perimeter of the Riverwalk on foot enjoying the amazing architecture and landscaping first hand. There is even an amphitheatre that hosts various events right on the river.

The Riverwalk has light posts that illuminate the park at night, truly a beautiful site to see. Come during the spring and summer months and enjoy a brisk evening on the river. The day I visited was just pefect, nothing but sun shine (a very common day for the area) and a mild breeze.

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For the children there are pedal boats, restaurants, sitting areas and the previously mentioned guided boat tours. You should allot at least 2 hours to fully enjoy the park. The Riverwalk park is located in downtown Pueblo Colorado and free 2 hour parking is available on the street. Unlike most cities Pueblo is easy to navigate, the people are friendly and the city is very clean.

When finished with the Riverwalk and wanting to enjoy more activities without driving then you are in luck. There are many things to do that are in walking distance of the Riverwalk including Buell Children's Museum, El Pueblo History, Museum and the Sangre de Cristo Arts Center.