New York City Department of Parks & Recreation
Vital Parks for All. Learn more about our new $3.2 billion vision for the parks system of today and for the future.
Free and Low-cost Events : NYC Parks
Forest Fitness. at Margaret Corbin Circle (in Fort Tryon Park), Manhattan. 7:30 a.m. – 8:30 a.m. Join us for a free, year-round “Fitness at the Fort” exercise program on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays! Category: Outdoor Fitness, Exercise Classes, Walking.
Recreation Centers : NYC Parks
Since 1910, the Department of Parks & Recreation has provided the most affordable and extensive network of recreational services throughout New York City. Our recreation centers offer facilities such as indoor pools, weight rooms, basketball courts, and dance studios, art studios, game rooms, and libraries. All of our recreation centers offer a ...
Pools : NYC Parks
Pools. Whether you want to cool off in the summer, or get fit in the winter, there’s nothing like taking a refreshing swim! At NYC Parks, our goal is to get you in the water year-round. Head to our free summer outdoor pools and become a recreation center member to give our pools a try! Don’t know how? Find out how to register for our free ...
Find A Park : NYC Parks
We can help! Search by name, or click Search by Location and/or Facilities to tailor your search to your zip code, borough, or recreational interest. You can also browse an alphabetical list of parks by borough, or view a catalog of state and federally maintained parks in New York City.
Parks Highlights : NYC Parks
Parks Highlights. Urban Wildlife Calendar. Ice Skating. Best Lakeside Views in NYC Parks. Wreath Interpretations Exhibit. Hiking Trails. Native American Heritage Month. Find a Volunteer Opportunity!
Parks Activities and Facilities : NYC Parks
Take a look at our list of facilities and amenities, and you can get started on your next trip outdoors. Get fit, have fun, relax, and explore the city! View Facility Details. Adventure Course. Barbecuing Areas. Baseball Fields. Basketball Courts. Beaches. Bicycling and Greenways.
Free Outdoor Pools : NYC Parks
NYC's outdoor pools are closed for the season. Indoor pools are open year-round. Cool off and enjoy the summer at free outdoor pools across the city. Every day during our summer pool season, thousands of visitors head to our city’s free public outdoor pools. Learn more about our pools, and dive in ...
Fall for NYC: Fall Foliage Tracker : NYC Parks
Sweetgum and Black Gum. In early November, sweetgum trees began to show full fall color.These trees range from yellow and orange to deep red and purple. Black gums show off a deep red. Sweetgums and Black gums are often mistaken for maples; however, the sweetgum and black gum foliage is usually accompanied by dangling round, spiky fruits.
Beaches : NYC Parks
Beach Statuses. Sign up for Notify NYC, visit the NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene’s New York City Area Beaches page for water quality advisories or closures before you head to the beach, or text BEACH to 55676 to receive real-time opening, closing and water quality information.. Beach Safety. Stay safe near and in the water. Here are 10 Tips to Stay Water Safe in New York City.