PARK FACT:
Randall's Island was sold to the city for $60,000 in 1835.
Randall's Island
Dog Runs
You and your dog are welcome in New York City parks, and there are numerous opportunities to enjoy the outdoors together. For the safety of both humans and canines, please review our Dog Rules and Regulations before entering the park.
Please Note: There are four designations for areas within parkland.
No Dogs Allowed: Dogs are not permitted in these areas at any time. These areas include playgrounds, zoos, swimming pools/facilities, bathing areas/beaches*, fountains, ballfields, or on basketball/handball/tennis courts.
Dogs Must Be Leashed at All Times: Dogs must be kept on a leash at all times when in these areas.
Dog Runs: Dog runs are large, fenced-in areas for dogs to exercise unleashed. Created with the expertise of a Parks Department landscape architect and volunteers, the runs encourage play while supplying good drainage, safe lighting, and healthy plantings.
Designated Off-Leash Areas: Certain park areas allow dogs to be off-leash from the time the park opens until 9 a.m. AND from 9 p.m. until the park closes. Dog owners/attendants with dogs off-leash in these designated areas must obey all general rules, including having their dog under control at all times, licensing the dog, and carrying proof of the dog's rabies vaccination.
| Name | Address | Type | Accessible | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Randalls Island Park | Except for areas where dogs are expressly prohibited via signage, all areas of the park are off-leash during designated hours. | Off-Leash | Off-leash hours for the island are 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. |
Under Construction
The Sunken Meadow ballfields on Randall's Island are closed for reconstruction. We are building 19 new softball fields, 11 new baseball fields, two Little League fields and five seasonal soccer fields in this area. We are also reconstructing the surrounding landscape, paths and utilities and providing pedestrian lighting. A path network is being created to separate pedestrians and cyclists from vehicles, and to keep cars off of the playing fields. A new comfort station will also be provided in this part of the park.
Anticipated Completion: Spring 2010
