Van Cortlandt Park

Van Cortlandt Park, New York City’s third-largest park, is nestled in the northwest Bronx. Its landscape features thickly forested interior valleys and ridges, providing a natural retreat within the urban environment. The park is also equipped with sports fields, a pool, playgrounds, and other recreational facilities. Visitors can explore some of the city’s last remaining native woodlands and wetlands, making it an ideal destination for hiking and outdoor activities without venturing far from the city.