Eston Riverside is located in a beautiful river valley along the South Saskatchewan river. It boasts an irrigated nine hole grass greens golf course, licensed clubhouse, outdoor swimming pool, campsites, mini golf and a playground. A hall complete with patio and deck is available to rent for events such as weddings and family reunions.
The nearby town boasts a busy business district with services including a drug store, grocery store with liquor vendor, one motel, bed & breakfast, restaurants, gift shop, service station with a card lock, car wash, bank, credit union, dumping station, tire shop and a hardware.
The town has a RCMP detachment, and a health centre supported by a nurse practitioner and physician three days a week.
The Eston Wheatland Library branch located on Main Street has a large selection of books, magazines and other materials and provides free internet service.
Eston boasts two municipal heritage buildings, one on Main Street and two at the local museum complex, the Prairie West Historical Centre.
This park's origin dates to 1949, when a local man incorporated the Eston Riverside Pool and Playground, Ltd., and sold shares locally for $100.00 each. From the $8,000.00 he raised, a pool was built and opened that year. By 1965, it became apparent that the park required a great deal of upgrading if it was to remain viable. The original stock company was dissolved in 1967 and Eston Riverside became a regional park, sponsored by the town of Eston and the RMs of Snipe Lake and Newcombe. Over the years, the success of the park has been attributed to the many local volunteers whose diligence literally made the park. Nearby on Highway 30 is a marker commemorating the Old Cart Trail from Saskatchewan Landing to Red Deer Forks, worn deep by nineteenth century traders. Visitors will also enjoy the Prairie West Historical Centre, a renovated pioneer home, circa 1916-19, that includes period rooms and several exhibition areas that are changed each year, along with an art gallery in the basement.
All the facilities are wheelchair accessible, from the bathrooms to the hall, canteen, and mini golf.
Quiet time is from 11:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. is strictly enforced. Pets are allowed but must be leashed at all times. No pets allowed in the playground or pool areas.
Eston Riverside Bylaws and Constitution
Eston Riverside Building Bylaws
(prices subject to change without notice)
| Description | Unit | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Full Service Sites | Daily | $30.00 |
| Full Service Sites | Weekly | $180.00 |
| Full Service Sites | Monthly | $640.00 |
| Power Only Sites | Daily | $20.00 |
| Non Serviced Sites | Daily | $15.00 |
(prices subject to change without notice)
| Description | Unit | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Adult | Day Pass | $5.50 |
| Adult | 10 Pack | $50.00 |
| Adult | Annual Swim Pass | $95.00 |
| Child (14 Years Old & Under) | Day Pass | $3.50 |
| Child (14 Years Old & Under) | 10 Pack | $30.00 |
| Child (14 Years Old & Under) | Annual Swim Pass | $45.00 |
| Family | Day Pass | $12.50 |
| Family | Annual Swim Pass | $290.00 |
| Student (15 – 18 Years Old) | Day Pass | $4.50 |
| Student (15 – 18 Years Old) | 10 Pack | $40.00 |
| Student (15 – 18 Years Old) | Annual Swim Pass | $75.00 |
| Swimming Lessons | Two Weeks | $52.00 |
(prices subject to change without notice)
| Description | Unit | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Firewood | $10.00 | |
| Ice | $4.00 | |
| Mini Golf | Per Round | $2.00 |
| Hall Rental | Daily | $209.00 |
| Hall Rental Damage Deposit | $105.00 |
There are 18 full service sites, all of which have power, water and sewer. There are also 20-15amp electric sites, and 10 non serviced sites as well as group camping. All sites can be rented daily, weekly or monthly. The tenting and non serviced sites are naturally mounded and graded, while the full hook-up sites have graveled pads. All sites have picnic tables, pole barbecues or fire pits, and trashcans are provided nearby. Firewood is available for a fee. Water taps in the campgrounds do not provide drinking water, however drinking water is available to purchase at the clubhouse and concession. Toilet facilities are generally excellent, with modern facilities in the shower house and outhouses on the golf course. Pets are allowed but must be leashed at all times.
Eston Riverside Regional Park Golf Course is a hidden gem. The 9-hole course features desert style links with lush fairways and 2 sets of tee boxes – white 3341 yards and red 2605 yards. Favorable par 5’s and narrow par 4’s create a unique challenge for any golfer. Affordable green fees along with driving range, putting green and power cart rentals make it the golfer’s golf course.
The licensed clubhouse is equipped with a screened in outdoor patio for a comfortable area to relax and socialize. Light snacks and golf accessories are also available.
The course is conveniently located near the campground, cabins, community hall, swimming pool, ball diamonds and kid’s park. Call 306-962-3845 May 1st thru Sept 30th for more information.
A fine outdoor swimming pool offers swimming lessons and public swimming for park patrons. Life Saving Society swimming lessons are offered in July. The pool has change rooms and showers, and reasonable rates for public swims. There are also bleachers available for the parents to use while lessons are taking place.
There are two ball diamonds in the park, both with red shale infields and grass outfields. They have dugouts, bleachers, tall mesh backstops on metal poles, and short mesh home run fences. Modern playground equipment, close to the pool & concession provides fun for children of all ages.
The river flows beside the park and offers angling. There is no boat launch, but one can put boats in at the ferry, some 10 kms away. There are no docking facilities, but one can simply beach the boat beside the park as needed. All watercraft is allowed through the park gates.
