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Over half of Van Cortlandt Park is a protected nature preserve, which translates to many scenic trails for your hiking pleasure!

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Van Cortlandt Park

Pools

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All 54 Parks outdoor pools are open for the season and remain open until Labor Day. Indoor pools remain open year-round. General hours of operation are 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., and 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Call individual pools for more specific information.

Please note that recreation center membership ($75 per year for adults; $10 per year for seniors; free for children and teens under the age of 18) is required for the use of our indoor pools.

Safety & Pool Rules

Water & Sun Safety - Tips for staying safe when having fun in the water and sun.
Pool Rules - Rules to know before using Parks swimming pools

Swim Programs

Learn about Parks' free swimming programs for tots, children, teens, and adults. Call Parks' Citywide Aquatics at (718) 760-6969 for more information.

NameLocationPhoneType
Van CortlandtW. 242nd St. and Broadway(718) 548-2415Intermediate
SettingSizeAccessibleMore Info
Outdoor164' x 104' x 3.6'Accessible
NameLocationPhoneType
Van CortlandtW. 242nd St. and Broadway(718) 548-2415Wading
SettingSizeAccessibleMore Info
Outdoor48' x 48' x 1'

Directions to Van Cortlandt Park

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Under Construction

There are currently 2 construction projects taking place in this park that are affecting access to its amenities.

Portions of the Allen Shandler Recreation area are closed. We are reconstructing the existing picnic area with new picnic tables, grills, plantings, pathways, and split rail fencing. ADA access will be provided for the existing comfort station, new drinking fountain and picnic tables.
Anticipated Completion: Fall 2009

Some of the Parade Ground athletic fields are closed in the northern section. We are reconstructing the Parade Ground fields and the Van Cortlandt Stadium field. 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: Summer 2010