Riverland Conservation Area offers public access to the Merrimack River via a quarter-mile path leading to a sandy beach and small boat launch into Oxbow Pond, with a 50-car gravel parking lot available May 30 through October 15 (7 a. m. to 8 p. m. ).

Kayaks can be launched from the beach but must be carried over the path, and swimming is permitted at your own risk when river conditions are safe (slow current, low level). The area is also a prime bird-watching location and welcomes dogs on the beach.