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PARK FACT:
Over half of Van Cortlandt Park is a protected nature preserve, which translates to many scenic trails for your hiking pleasure!
Van Cortlandt Park
NYC - Westchester County Line, Van Cortlandt Park S. bet. Broadway and Jerome Ave.
Bronx
Directions: Google Maps | MTA Trip Planner
Acres: 1146.43
Events 
Search or browse all Parks events on our Upcoming Events page
Saturday, February 18, 2012
Bird Walks
8:00 a.m.
Location: Van Cortlandt Nature Center (in Van Cortlandt Park)
Category: Birding, Education, Nature, Fitness, Environmental Awareness, Tours
Nature Photography: Winter Landscapes
1:00 p.m.
Location: Van Cortlandt Nature Center (in Van Cortlandt Park)
Category: Arts & Crafts, Nature, Environmental Awareness, Culture
Sunday, February 19, 2012
Revolutionary New York Walking Tour
1:00 p.m.
Location: Van Cortlandt Nature Center (in Van Cortlandt Park)
Category: Nature, History, Tours, Culture
Tuesday, February 21, 2012
Adventures in Time Winter Break Mini-Camp: Happy 280th Birthday George
10:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.
Location: Van Cortlandt House Museum (in Van Cortlandt Park)
Category: Education, History, Kids
Wednesday, February 22, 2012
Adventures in Time Winter Break Mini-Camp: Happy 280th Birthday George
10:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.
Location: Van Cortlandt House Museum (in Van Cortlandt Park)
Category: Education, History, Kids
Thursday, February 23, 2012
Adventures in Time Winter Break Mini-Camp: Happy 280th Birthday George
10:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.
Location: Van Cortlandt House Museum (in Van Cortlandt Park)
Category: Education, History, Kids
Saturday, February 25, 2012
Bird Walks
8:00 a.m.
Location: Van Cortlandt Nature Center (in Van Cortlandt Park)
Category: Birding, Education, Nature, Fitness, Environmental Awareness, Tours
Sunday, February 26, 2012
Wilderness Survival
11:00 a.m.
Location: Van Cortlandt Nature Center (in Van Cortlandt Park)
Category: Education, Nature, Environmental Awareness
Saturday, March 3, 2012
Bird Walks
8:00 a.m.
Location: Van Cortlandt Nature Center (in Van Cortlandt Park)
Category: Birding, Education, Nature, Fitness, Environmental Awareness, Tours
Garlic Mustard Pull at Van Cortlandt Park
11:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.
Location: Van Cortlandt Nature Center (in Van Cortlandt Park)
Category: Nature, Gardening, Volunteer
Know Before You Go
There are currently 2 construction projects taking place in this park that are affecting access to its amenities.
The Parade Ground cricket fields are closed for reconstruction. The northern section of the Parade Ground has been reconstructed and the ball fields are open. The Van Cortlandt Stadium field was also reconstructed and reopened. A new synthetic turf field for soccer and football has been installed in the stadium. The parade grounds will have cricket fields, soccer fields, and baseball fields with in-ground irrigation. A portion of the cross country running track will be resurfaced and realigned. This project will be built in two phases to allow the public use of some fields during construction.
Anticipated Completion: Fall 2012
The comfort station and maintenance building located at W. 242nd St. and Broadway is closed. This project will reconstruct the existing District Headquarters/Comfort Station, including the rehabilitation of the building exterior and roof. Enhancements include an ADA accessible ramp, new plumbing fixtures and accessories in the public restrooms and the staff restroom. Other work includes the upgrading of the ventilation system and lighting. Please pardon our appearance.
Anticipated Completion: Fall 2012
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Facilities
Barbecuing Areas
Baseball Fields
Basketball Courts
Bathrooms
Bicycling and Greenways
Bocce Courts
Cricket Fields
Dog Runs
Eateries
Fishing
Fitness Equipment
Football Fields
Golf Courses
Handball Courts
Hiking Trails
Historic Houses
Horseback Riding Trails
Nature Centers
Playgrounds
Pools
Running Tracks
Soccer Fields
Spray Showers
Tennis Courts
Water Fountains
