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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
News 
December 29, 2010
Mayor Bloomberg Plants "Survivor Tree" At 9/11 Memorial
Last week, Parks joined Mayor Michael R. Bloomberg to help plant the "Survivor Tree" at the 9/11...
December 7, 2010
Citywide Nursery Prepares For A Long Winter
On December 3rd and 4th, staff from Olmsted Central Forestry came out in force to help winterize...
December 3, 2010
This Weekend In Parks
See what's on schedule in our parks this weekend.
September 22, 2010
Autumnal Equinox: Parks Foliage Guide
Today marks the official autumnal equinox. Check out the Parks' fall foliage guide inside.
September 10, 2010
In Memory Of All Those Lost On September 11, 2001
The ninth annual September 11 commemoration ceremony will take place on Saturday, September 11,...
October 8, 2009
Volunteers Green Up and Clean Up Van Cortlandt Park with the Timberland Company and NYC Parks
At Dig It!, volunteers cared for and beautified a new forest site of over 9,000 tree saplings.
October 5, 2009
Volunteers Green Up and Clean Up Van Cortlandt Park with The Timberland Company and NYC Parks
On Saturday, October 3rd, First Deputy Commissioner Liam Kavanagh joined Theresa Palermo, senior...
November 5, 2008
Parks Breaks Ground on Renovation of Van Cortlandt Park's Parade Ground
The 27 existing soccer, baseball/softball, and cricket fields will be re-graded and redesigned in...
October 22, 2008
Parks Breaks Ground on Renovation of Van Cortlandt Park's Parade Ground
A total of $40 million in DEP Croton Funds will be invested in the Van Cortlandt Park improvements.
September 16, 2008
A Job Well Done at Van Cortlandt Pool
This summer, the New York Daily News visited many of our public pools and cited Van Cortlandt...
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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