Pioneer Valley Riverfront Club is a 501(c)3 nonprofit which operates a recreational facility in the North End of Springfield with the mission to promote river-based sporting activities, to develop river access, and encourage recreation in the Greater Springfield metropolitan area. PVRC will serve as point of access to the river for human-powered craft, located within easy walking and bike-riding distance of downtown Springfield.
The creation of North Riverfront Park and relocation of PVRC marks the latest in a series of policies to revitalize the riverfront and capitalize on its value for recreation. By providing a safe and welcoming experience through our professional programs and high quality events, PVRC seeks to transform Springfield’s waterfront into a destination location.
PVRC was established as a 501(c)3 in 2009 with the mission to promote river-based sporting activities, to develop river access, and encourage recreation in the Greater Springfield metropolitan area.
In 2011, the City of Springfield reclaimed the only remaining boathouse in the city and its surrounding riverfront property for the sole purpose of creating a public access boating and outdoor recreational facility. Rights to operate this facility were awarded to the Pioneer Valley Riverfront Club (PVRC).
North Riverfront Park is open to the public from 8am to 8pm in the summer, and 8am to about 7pm in the winter. Entry is free, parking is free, and the beautiful river views are priceless! To inquire about hosting an event here, please contact the Springfield Department of Parks, Buildings, and Recreation at 413-787-6435. The boat launch is open during PVRC programming, and on weekends, 8am to 8pm, and is free to use for human powered boats only. Please see the complete rules for park use here.
Youth SAFARI (Summer of Activity, Fun, And Rowing Instruction) Come to the Rockrimmon Boathouse on the Connecticut River in Springfield this summer for a two week SAFARI (Summer of Activity, Fun, And Rowing Instruction)! If you are new to rowing, we'll teach you and your friends to row! Experienced rowers will row singles and team […]
FREE KAYAKING FOR FAMILIES TONIGHT (and every Friday this summer, weather permitting) from 5pm to 8pm. No reservations needed - age 12-14 with adult, all are welcome! Andy's Kayak Rental Open June - September We offer individual kayak rental on weekends, from 10am to 2pm. The rate is $20 per person per hour. If there […]
Welcome to the 19th Rockrimmon Regatta! Come on, Rowers! The Springfield Riverfront Regatta began in 2005 as a celebration of the river. In conjunction with the 50th anniversary of the Pioneer Valley Yacht Club in Longmeadow, a number of rowers got together to open their venue up to Northeast rowers for a little fun and competition. Ever […]
