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Enjoy New York City’s great outdoors on these guided hikes through our parks. Hiking is a great way to get active and reduce stress while exploring the city. Discover the natural beauty, wildlife, history, and architectural beauty of our parklands with our Urban Park Rangers and other nature exploration groups. If you’re looking to explore on your own, visit our Hiking Trails page to find some of the best hiking trails across New York City.
Hiking Events
Thursday, December 3, 2020
Adult Hike | Heyerdahl Hill
at Greenbelt Nature Center (in Blood Root Valley), Staten Island 
10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Take in the winter scenery as we hike to the historic foundation of the Heyerdahl farmhouse. Meet at the Greenbelt Nature Center.
Free!
Friday, December 4, 2020
Greenbelt Evergreens
at Parking Lot (in High Rock Park), Staten Island
10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Join us at High Rock for a pre-holiday hike and learn about the evergreens that live in the Greenbelt.
Free!
Saturday, December 5, 2020
Geology and Natural History Hike
at Greenbelt Nature Center (in Blood Root Valley), Staten Island
10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Hike through the central Greenbelt and learn more about the rocks, soil, and topography of the area and how they helped shape the Greenbelt’s natural history.
Free!
Kids
Saturday, December 19, 2020
Staten Island Christmas Bird Count
at Parking Lot (in High Rock Park), Staten Island
9:00 a.m.–10:00 a.m.
Discover the amazing variety of birds that winter here in NYC. Birding programs are appropriate for all skill levels and beginners are welcome.
Free!
Sunday, December 20, 2020
Trail of the Month | Red Trail
at Greenbelt Nature Center (in Blood Root Valley), Staten Island
10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Hike the Red trail loop, as well as the trail extension toward Historic Richmond Town.
Free!
Winter Wonderland Hike
at Arthur Kill Road and Brookfield Avenue (in Brookfield Park), Staten Island
11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Our Urban Park Ranger hiking guides will introduce you to the hidden gems of New York City.
Free!
Forest Park Super Hike
at The Overlook Parking Lot (in Forest Park), Queens
11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
This extensive hike of Forest Park highlights the hiking trails of Forest Park. We recommend wearing comfortable shoes or boots.
Free!
Event
Sunset Before Solstice Hike
at Van Cortlandt Nature Center (in Van Cortlandt Park), Bronx
4:00 p.m.–5:00 p.m.
Winter is almost here! Join the Urban Park Rangers on a sunset hike as we approach the longest night and shortest day of the year.
Free!
Saturday, December 26, 2020
Nature Exploration: Prospect Park
at Audubon Center at the Boathouse (in Prospect Park), Brooklyn
11:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
On this moderately-paced hike, discover the nature of Prospect Park.
Free!
Nature Exploration: Brookville Park
at Brookville Boulevard and Caney Road (in Brookville Park), Queens
11:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
On this moderately-paced hike, discover the nature of Brookville Park.
Free!
Historic New York: Inwood Hill Park
at 218th Street and Indian Road (in Inwood Hill Park), Manhattan
1:00 p.m.–2:00 p.m.
Join Urban Park Rangers on an exploration of the lesser-known historical sites and urban legends of Inwood Hill and Isham Park.
Free!
Sunset Hike
at Blue Heron Nature Center (in Blue Heron Park), Staten Island
3:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
As the sun hangs low over on the horizon, the park morphs into a magical realm. Witness the wonder of sunset with the Urban Park Rangers.
Free!
Sunday, December 27, 2020
End of the Year Hike
at Prospect Avenue and Brentwood Avenue (in Allison Pond Park), Staten Island
11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Our Urban Park Ranger hiking guides will introduce you to the hidden gems of New York City.
Free!
Event
Winter Wonderland Hike
at West 100 Street and Central Park West (in Central Park), Manhattan
1:00 p.m.–2:00 p.m.
Join the Rangers on this hike to explore the winter wonderland of the North Woods in Central Park.
Free!
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