It isn't open yet, but an outdoor gym opening in Saskatoon is stoking curiosity among those passing by.

The facility sits along a walkway in the River Landing area, near where the farmer's market takes place, overlooking the South Saskatchewan river.

People spending their lunch breaks on the high-traffic pathway were generally optimistic about the activity area opening up.

"I will definitely use this park when it's open. Great idea, great for families that maybe can't afford to go to an inside gym," said Karen Ross.

City officials tailored the equipment to endure the winter months, but that doesn't mean everyone is enthusiastic about using it once the temperature drops.

"Not so much, no, I'll probably go to the gym," said Austin Simons when asked if he would use the facility in the winter.

But for Ross, working outdoors when she can is the preferred option.

"It's great for the summertime when a person doesn't want to go to an gym, like me, I don't want to go the gym. This is a great option," she said.

And when winter comes, she imagines some people will tough it out - as long as it isn't too frigid.

"You start working out, you work up a sweat, you keep warm."

The activity park features multi-bars, a pull-up and dip station, pile boxes for agility, a rowing machine, a pull and press machine, a leg-press machine, an airwalker, a stationary bike and an elliptical.

Simons said the facility, which the city spent around $300,000 to build but is free to the public, is worth it.

"There's gyms that cost money and then there's this that's free," he said.