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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

MTA New York City Transit’s Trip Planner tells you how to get around the city by subway and bus. Fill out the information below, and Trip Planner will give you options for getting where you want to go.

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Directions to Van Cortlandt Park

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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