Midway along the route is Children's Memorial Park, dedicated to hundreds of area children who have died. A large plaque engraved with the names of the children and a statue stand in tribute. The park area also has a small playground and picnic sites. Enter the park via 15th Place, which is just off of River Road, west of Oracle Road, or access the park at any major cross streets. Parking for cars can be found at the access ways.
Picnic sites are also available.
At El Paseo de los Arboles, a park within a park, trees can be planted in a grove as a living remembrance of a loved one or for a special occasion. This tiny park has won national recognition for planning and implementation. Planting is done on a scheduled basis. Access to the east side of the park can be found north of Speedway Boulevard or near the 22nd Street bridge where each street intersects the bike path. Access to the west side can be found just south of Speedway Boulevard.