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Van Cortlandt Park is a 1,146-acre (464 ha) park located in the borough of the Bronx in New York City. Owned by the New York City Department of Parks and Recreation, it is managed with assistance from the Van Cortlandt Park Alliance.
Van Cortlandt Park — more than a thousand acres atop the ridges and valleys of the northwest Bronx — is New York City's third largest park. Playing fields and playgrounds are scattered about the park's edges, surrounding a richly forested heartland fed by Tibbets Brook.
Learn about the history and nature of Van Cortlandt Park, the third largest park in New York City. Explore its geologic and cultural features, from glacial formations to colonial landmarks.
Van Cortlandt Park, in the northwest Bronx, is a natural showcase featuring the last vestiges of New York City’s native woodlands and wetlands. Founded in 1888, its 1,146 acres abound with sites that are important to the region and nation. Learn More.
Learn about the barbecue locations, rules, dog runs, events, facilities, hiking trails, natural areas, playgrounds, and sports in Van Cortlandt Park. The park is a historic and scenic destination in the Bronx, New York City.
Classic Playground. Playgrounds and play equipment have always been designed with the goal of developing child creativity and improvisation. Classic Playground is named for the collection… Read More. Croton Woods is named for the Old Croton Aqueduct that once ran through Van Cortlandt Park.
Explore the diverse ecosystems and scenic views of Van Cortlandt Park, the third largest park in New York City. Choose from six hiking trails, including the Old Croton Aqueduct, the John Muir Trail, and the Putnam Trail.
