The park is made up of numerous islands, as well as the famous Prospect Point area. The magnificent Great Lakes Garden greets visitors entering the park. The visitor center offers information and exhibits about the park's history, geology and technology. The Observation Tower has elevators that take visitors 80 feet above street level to view the falls and 180 feet down to the base of the tower for a close-up view of the American Falls. While in the park ride the world famous Maid of the Mist Boat and get wet while at the Cave of the Winds attraction.
Visitors can also hike, bike, fish and cross-country ski.
Riverbank has spectacular views of the river, New Jersey and the George Washington Bridge. The park offers numerous courses, extensive equipment, and cultural and recreational programs for all ages and abilities. It contains a variety of unique habitats, such as wetlands, ponds, sand barrens, spring-fed streams and woodlands. The preserve is managed to retain its unique ecology and to provide educational and recreational opportunities for people of all ages. Educational programs, such as nature walks, pond ecology, birdwatching and tree and flower identification, are offered, as are many activities geared to school children.