Stewarts Boathouse

Situated along Fairmount Boulevard in Riverside's historic Fairmount Park, Stewarts Boathouse provides public access to outdoor tennis courts right beside Lake Evans. The site features standard outdoor hard courts marked for singles and doubles play, bordered by classic chain-link fencing. Local players frequent the courts for morning hitting sessions, recreational ladder matches, and weekend doubles. Because of its parkside setting, the venue maintains an unpretentious, community-driven atmosphere where Inland Empire residents can practice their game without private club dues. Court access generally runs on an open, first-come basis, with heavier foot traffic during mild weekday mornings and Saturday tournaments. Surrounded by mature trees, the location offers ample shade along the sidelines to rest between tough sets. High summer temperatures in Riverside mean early mornings and evenings remain the most active hours for the local tennis community.