Major Upgrades Planned for Chattahoochee River Park in Roswell

Riverside Park to undergo $13.8 million renovation project as part of broader greenspace plan

Published on Mar. 5, 2026

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The City of Roswell has announced a $13.8 million renovation project for Riverside Park, a popular 21-acre greenspace along the Chattahoochee River. The project, set to begin construction next week, will include infrastructure and stormwater improvements, a new open-air pavilion, a nature-inspired playground, a sprayground, and enhanced accessibility and connectivity within the park.

Why it matters

The Riverside Park renovation is part of Roswell's broader effort to create an interconnected system of riverfront parks and greenspaces along the Chattahoochee River, a natural resource that runs through the metro Atlanta region. The upgrades aim to make Riverside Park a top-tier outdoor destination for the community.

The details

The Riverside Park Renovation project will include a new open-air pavilion, an upgraded event space, a nature-inspired playground, new ADA-accessible restrooms, a free sprayground, and improvements to park connectivity, pedestrian circulation, and parking. While 221 trees will be removed, the plan calls for planting 307 replacement trees, including native and canopy specimens.

  • The $13.8 million Riverside Park Renovation project is scheduled to begin construction on March 13, 2026.
  • Riverside Park is expected to fully reopen to the public in summer 2027 after the completion of the renovation work.

The players

City of Roswell

The local government overseeing the Riverside Park Renovation project and broader efforts to create an interconnected system of riverfront parks and greenspaces in Roswell.

Starr Whitehouse Landscape Architects

The design firm responsible for the plans and specifications for the Riverside Park Renovation project.

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What’s next

The City of Roswell will hold a groundbreaking ceremony for the Riverside Park Renovation project on March 13, 2026.

The takeaway

The Riverside Park Renovation is a key component of Roswell's broader vision to transform its network of riverfront parks and greenspaces into a top-tier outdoor destination for the community. The project's focus on infrastructure upgrades, enhanced amenities, and improved accessibility underscores the city's commitment to providing high-quality public spaces along the Chattahoochee River.