West Green

West Green is the large lawn-and-path area at Railroad Park's west end, beside the 14th Street side of the park and the West Gate. Navigate to the exact West Green pin rather than the general Railroad Park marker. Use the 14th Street or west-side approach instead of the central 17th Street Plaza pin. The lawn is bordered by paths and ponds, while the park's staffed office, cafe, and most dependable restrooms are farther east at 17th Street Plaza. Outside food is allowed for ordinary picnics, but grilling and cooking are not.

Use metered street parking along First Avenue South or within three to four blocks. Do not use spaces reserved for neighboring businesses because vehicles may be ticketed or towed; meters are free after 6 p.m. and on weekends under the published policy. Navigate to the exact West Green pin rather than the general Railroad Park marker. Use the 14th Street or west-side approach instead of the central 17th Street Plaza pin. The lawn is bordered by paths and ponds, while the park's staffed office, cafe, and most dependable restrooms are farther east at 17th Street Plaza. Outside food is allowed for ordinary picnics, but grilling and cooking are not.

West Green follows Railroad Park's daily 7:00 a.m.-11:00 p.m. public hours unless a permitted event, maintenance, or temporary closure limits access.

Restrooms are at the 17th Street Plaza behind the Railroad Park Foundation office, near the ranger station and café. They are more central than the park's outer lawns and trail ends.

Ordinary park access is free. Reserving West Green for a private or organized event requires approval and can carry separate facility charges.

The outer loop is just under three-quarters of a mile. Paved and hard-surface paths wind through the park, while the Rail Trail runs its length and rises to skyline viewpoints.

Yes, but dogs must remain leashed and under the owner's control throughout the park. Owners must clean up after them; there is no designated off-leash dog area. Separately operated buildings, beaches, gardens, and attractions can set stricter rules.

West Green is the large lawn-and-path area at Railroad Park's west end, beside the 14th Street side of the park and the West Gate. Yes. Two modern play areas are designed for different age groups, and a climbing dome adds another play feature. Children under 16 should be supervised under park rules.

Use the 14th Street or west-side approach instead of the central 17th Street Plaza pin. The lawn is bordered by paths and ponds, while the park's staffed office, cafe, and most dependable restrooms are farther east at 17th Street Plaza. Outside food is allowed for ordinary picnics, but grilling and cooking are not.