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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.

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Pelham Bay Park

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

Bronx

Directions: Google Maps | MTA Trip Planner

Acres: 2771.75

Beaches

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Parks maintains 14 miles of beaches, all of which are open from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day.

Hours

During beach season, lifeguards are on duty daily, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Swimming is prohibited when lifeguards are not on duty and in closed sections. Closed sections are marked with signs and/or red flags.

Safety

Water & Sun Safety - The do's and don'ts of water safety

Rip Currents - Safety tips and information provided by The National Weather Service regarding the dangers of rip currents.

Orchard Beach and Promenade

Location: On Long Island Sound in Pelham Bay Park
Phone: (718) 885-2275
Accessible
Accessible Notes: There are beach mats available in Section 5.
Barbecue Allowed: Yes (Cornelia Avenue and Luten Avenue)
Bathroom: Yes
Directions: BUS: Bx12, Bx29, Bx5, Bx52, and Westchester Line number 45 serve the park. Orchard Beach is served by the Bx5 and Bx12 buses during the summer only. During the winter, take the Bx29 to the City Island Circle and walk to the beach.
SUBWAY: Take the 6 line to its last stop, Pelham Bay Park. Connect to bus (see above).
PARKING: Parking is $6.00 Monday through Friday and $8.00 on weekends and holidays.
More Info: Download Orchard Beach Rules (PDF, 20KB)

New York City beaches have closed for the season, and will reopen Memorial Day weekend.

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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