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PARK FACT:

The Meadow-25 acres of switchgrass, sesame grass, and bayberry shrubs just off Orchard Beach-is reminiscent of a mid-western prairie. The site was "created" by accident when topsoil was removed during the 1930s beach construction.

Pelham Bay Park

Map It

Hutchinson River, Long Island Sound bet. Bronc County Line and Middletown Rd., Watt Ave.

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Directions: Google Maps | MTA Trip Planner

Acres: 2771.75

 Baseball Fields

Looking for a baseball league for your child to join?

Visit BeFitNYC to find leagues, programs, and facilities in your neighborhood.

Accessible denotes a wheelchair softball field.

NameLocation# of FieldsType of SurfaceAccessible
Pelham Bay Park - Rodman's NeckCity Island Ave. & City Island Circle2Turf/Regulation
Pelham Bay Park Rice StadiumMiddletown Rd. & New England Thruway1Regulation
Pelham Bay Park Rice StadiumNew England Expwy. & Middletown Rd.2Turf
Pelham Bay Park Rice StadiumStadium Ave. & Middletown Rd.2Turf

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 Athletic Permits and Applications.

Directions to Pelham Bay Park

MTA Trip Planner: Get Subway and Bus Directions to this Park

Know Before You Go

The nature center building is closed. This project will reconstruct the Nature Center by restoring the exterior and upgrading the interior of the building. Enhancements will include renovated restrooms with ADA compliant ramps, new doors, restored windows, exterior/ interior lighting, fencing, signage, floors, plumbing fixtures, and upgrades to the building’s ventilation system. Please pardon our appearance.
Anticipated Completion: Summer 2011

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