PARK FACT:
Coogan's Bluff, a large cliff extending northward from 155th Street, was once the site of the fabled Polo Grounds, home of the New York (baseball) Giants and the first home of the New York Mets.
Highbridge Park
Basketball Courts
View Basketball Courts for all Parks
There are hundreds of outdoor courts in New York City. In the basketball capital of the world, it's possible to find a game within walking distance of any location. Recreation Centers in all five boroughs have indoor courts as well.
Come join us this summer for wheelchair basketball at the following locations:
- Roy Wilkins Family Center, Jamaica, NY: Saturdays, 3-5 p.m.
- 54th Street Recreation Center, 54th Street between 1st and 2nd Avenues: Mondays, 6-9 p.m.
How to Reserve an Athletic Field or Court
Organized leagues or special events need a permit to use an athletic field or court. For people under 18, the permit is free. For those 18 and over, a fee is required.
To reserve space, please see our Athletic Permits and Applications page.
| Name | Location | Accessible |
|---|---|---|
| Ft. George Playground | Ft. George Ave. & W. 192 St. | |
| Highbridge Play Center (Indoors) | W. 173 St. & Amsterdam Ave. | |
| Multi Purpose Playground | W. 175 St. & Amsterdam Ave. | |
| Sunken Playground | W. 167 St. & Edgecombe Ave. | |
| Wallenburg Playground | W. 189 St. & Amsterdam Ave. |
