Yes, admission to Hidagawa Park is free. However, separate facility usage fees apply for the ground golf course, tennis courts, and multi-purpose ground. You can rent tennis equipment for 200 yen, which makes the park accessible and affordable for most activities.
Spring is particularly popular when approximately 350 cherry trees bloom throughout the park, typically in early to mid-April. The park is pleasant to visit throughout all four seasons of the year, with tulips and other seasonal flowers adding color at different times. Weekends tend to be busier with local families, so weekday visits offer a more peaceful experience.
The park features a soccer field, tennis courts, a ground golf course, and a bike path across its roughly 70,000-square-meter site. Rental services are available for bikes and tennis equipment, and there's playground equipment including slides. The park is divided into two sections on each side of the river, connected by a bridge, with both soft tennis and regular tennis courts available.
The park is approximately 15 minutes by car from Gero Onsen. If you're traveling from Gero Onsen to Takayama via National Route 41, Hidagawa Park is conveniently located along the route. The park has 70 parking spaces available for visitors arriving by car. There is no direct public transportation to the park, so a rental car or taxi is recommended.
Yes, the park is well-maintained with benches and arbors, and visitors can bring their own lunch to enjoy a relaxing time on a sunny day. The expansive lawn areas and riverside location make it an ideal spot for picnics. The park provides restrooms and shaded rest areas, and the cooling breeze along the Hida River adds to the pleasant picnicking experience, especially during warmer months.
