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
Highlights
Algernon Sydney Sullivan Fountain
This ornamental horse trough and drinking fountain honors jurist Algernon Sydney Sullivan (1826–1887). It is adjacent to the Van Cortlandt Park Golf House and Lake,… Read More
Allen Shandler Recreation Area
Born January 9, 1951, to Frank and Sylvia Shandler, Allen Shandler was a local boy known for his vigor and integrity. In 1962, at just eleven years old, he was diagnosed… Read More
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
Croton Woods is named for the Old Croton Aqueduct that once ran through Van Cortlandt Park. In 1833, New York City’s water supply was inadequate and, when faced with… Read More
General Josiah Porter Statue
This sculpture of General Josiah Porter (1830–1894) was created by William Clark Noble (1858–1938) and dedicated in 1902. It was commissioned at a cost of $20,000, and… Read More
Gun Hill Meadow
Gun Hill Meadow is named for a January 25, 1777 Revolutionary War battle that took place near this site. Gun Hill Road, then known as Kingsbridge Road, was an important… Read More
Healy Field
This ball field honors Sean Healy (1960-1990) an assistant district attorney and Woodlawn native. Born on August 24, 1960, Healy was the youngest of five children and an… Read More
Indian Field
This tract of land honors Chief Abraham Ninham and the 17 Mohican Indians who died here during a mission to aid the Americans in the Revolutionary War. On August 31,… Read More
Kelly Fields
These fields are named in honor of Frank Kelly (1937-1971), a devoted North Riverdale community leader, whose local contributions extend beyond his unduly short life. An… Read More
Kingsbridge Green
Kingsbridge Green, like the nearby neighborhood, is named for the first bridge to connect Manhattan to the mainland. Frederick Philipse constructed the King’s Bridge in… Read More
Directions to Van Cortlandt Park

Under Construction
There are currently 3 construction projects taking place in this park that are affecting access to its amenities.
The Shandler ballfields are closed. We are reconstructing the existing softball fields with new clay infields and grass outfields, along with new site fencing, bleachers, drinking fountains and ground hydrants.
Anticipated Completion: Fall 2009
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: Winter 2010
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

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Bicycling and Greenways
Bocce Courts
Cricket Fields
Dog Runs
Fishing
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Football Fields
Golf Courses
Handball Courts
Hiking Trails
Historic Houses
Horseback Riding Trails
Nature Centers
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Pools
Running Tracks
Soccer Fields
Spray Showers
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