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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.
Trail Maps: Where to Go on Your Next Hike
Looking to head out on your own? Check out these hiking trails we recommend.
Hiking Events
Wednesday, August 26, 2026
Doggie Day Hike
at Forest Park Visitor Center (in Forest Park), Queens 
5:00 p.m.–6:30 p.m.
Take a stroll through the forest with your four legged friend on this dog-friendly hike. Dogs are required to be on-leash.
Free!
Event
Thursday, August 27, 2026
Trail Work Thursdays
at VCPA Learning Garden (in Van Cortlandt Park), Bronx
9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Be a part of the community effort to maintain the trails in Van Cortlandt Park.
Free!
Saturday, August 29, 2026
Into The Woods Hike
at Picnic House (in Prospect Park), Brooklyn
1:00 p.m.–2:30 p.m.
Hone your naturalist skills by exploring Brooklyn’s oldest forest. Learn all about our beloved native plant, animal, and insect species that call these woods home.
Free!
Sunday, August 30, 2026
Nature Exploration Hike
at Entrance - Vernon Boulevard and 41st Avenue (in Queensbridge Park), Queens
1:00 p.m.–2:30 p.m.
Join the Urban Park Rangers to explore the nature hidden under our very noses in this park located on the banks of the East River.
Free!
Thursday, September 3, 2026
Trail Work Thursdays
at VCPA Learning Garden (in Van Cortlandt Park), Bronx
9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Be a part of the community effort to maintain the trails in Van Cortlandt Park.
Free!
Fungi Hike
at High Rock Gate (in High Rock Park), Staten Island
10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
September is National Mushroom Month, learn more about fungi!
Free!
Friday, September 4, 2026
Fungi Hike
at Willowbrook Park, Staten Island
10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
September is National Mushroom Month!
Free!
Event
Saturday, September 5, 2026
Nature Exploration Hike
at Roy Wilkins Park - Entrance (in Roy Wilkins Recreation Center), Queens
1:00 p.m.–2:30 p.m.
Join the Urban Park Rangers and explore this local ecosystem and learn about the fascinating nature in this park.
Free!
Wednesday, September 9, 2026
Monthly Nature Exploration Hike Series
at West 218th Street and Indian Road (in Inwood Hill Park), Manhattan
1:00 p.m.–2:30 p.m.
Join the Urban Park Rangers for a monthly hike exploring Inwood Hill Park. The hike will begin at the Inwood Hill Nature Center. This month’s hike will focus on late-summer plants.
Free!
Thursday, September 10, 2026
Trail Work Thursdays
at VCPA Learning Garden (in Van Cortlandt Park), Bronx
9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Be a part of the community effort to maintain the trails in Van Cortlandt Park.
Free!
Adult Hike: It’s a Shore Thing: South to Midland Beaches
at South Beach
11:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
Ahoy! Summer may be winding down, but it’s still a great time to head to the beach.
Free!
Saturday, September 12, 2026
Closed Loop Oyster Mushroom Growing Workshop with Joanna Borerro
at Soundview Park Butterfly Meditation Garden (in Soundview Park), Bronx
12:00 p.m.–2:00 p.m.
Join Joanna and learn how to grow oyster mushrooms!
Free!
Sunday, September 13, 2026
Grandparents Day Hike
at Greenbelt Nature Center (in Blood Root Valley), Staten Island
10:30 a.m.–11:30 a.m.
Learn about the history of Grandparents Day.
Free!
Event
Thursday, September 17, 2026
Trail Work Thursdays
at VCPA Learning Garden (in Van Cortlandt Park), Bronx
9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Be a part of the community effort to maintain the trails in Van Cortlandt Park.
Free!
Friday, September 18, 2026
Siedenburg Park Trail Marker Installation
at Redwood Ave & Corbin Ave (in Siedenburg Park), Staten Island
10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Volunteers will learn how to place trail markers, and why maintaining trails restores forests and creates healthy ecosystems.
Free!
Event
Saturday, September 19, 2026
What Grows in Our Backyard?
at High Rock Gate (in High Rock Park), Staten Island
10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Come join us to learn how to identify the plants that grow in our backyard!
Free!
Hidden Gems of Staten Island: Jones Woods Park
at Entrance – Franklin Avenue and Arnold Avenue (in Jones Woods Park), Staten Island
11:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Urban Park Ranger hiking guides will introduce you to the hidden gems of New York City. Join the Urban Park Rangers as we hike through the Jones Woods Park.
Free!
Hispanic Heritage Month: Latin Music Roots in Nature
at West 218th Street and Indian Road (in Inwood Hill Park), Manhattan
11:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Learn about some of the ways nature is used to craft instruments such as strings, woodwinds and percussion. Instruments featured will be guitar from Spain, congas, claves and more
Free!
Thursday, September 24, 2026
Trail Work Thursdays
at VCPA Learning Garden (in Van Cortlandt Park), Bronx
9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Be a part of the community effort to maintain the trails in Van Cortlandt Park.
Free!
Greenbelt Adult Hike - Conference House and Beach Hike
at Conference House Park, Staten Island
11:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
Join us as we hike at historic Conference House and enjoy seaside hiking.
Free!
Event
Saturday, September 26, 2026
Nature Exploration Hike
at West 218th Street and Indian Road (in Inwood Hill Park), Manhattan
1:00 p.m.–2:30 p.m.
Join the Urban Park Rangers for a walk through Inwood Hill Park and find out what plants and animals call this Forever Wild site home.
Free!
Sunday, September 27, 2026
September Morning Stroll
at Greenbelt Nature Center (in Blood Root Valley), Staten Island
10:30 a.m.–11:30 a.m.
Enjoy a leisurely paced early autumn hike along the Nature Center trail.
Free!
Event
Saturday, October 3, 2026
City of Forest Day Hike
at Nevada Avenue Parking Lot (in High Rock Park), Staten Island
11:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Celebrate City of Forest Day with NYC Parks. Soak up the vast adventure the park has to offer as we explore its flora and fauna.
Free!
City of Forest Day: Park Stewardship
at Prospect Avenue and Brentwood Avenue (in Allison Pond Park), Staten Island
11:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Join the Urban Park Rangers for City of Forest Day and help care for the woodlands of Allison Pond Park.
Free!
Hispanic Heritage Month: Corona, The Crown of Queens
at Playground (Linden Playground) (in Park Of The Americas), Queens
1:00 p.m.–2:00 p.m.
Join the Urban Park Rangers to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month by looking at what makes Queens the World’s borough as we explore its cultural diversity and unique history.
Free!
Sunday, October 4, 2026
Creatures of the Night: Bats
at Cedar Grove Avenue and Cedar Grove Court (in Great Kills Park), Staten Island
6:00 p.m.–7:30 p.m.
As the night falls, our fuzzy bat companion rises. Let the Urban Park Rangers be your guide as we learn more about these precious winged friends.
Free!
Sunday, October 11, 2026
Creatures of the Night: Bats
at Entrance - 215th Place and 33rd Road (in Crocheron Park), Queens
6:00 p.m.–7:30 p.m.
As the night falls, our fuzzy bat companion rises. Let the Urban Park Rangers be your guide as we learn more about these precious winged friends.
Free!
Saturday, October 31, 2026
Howl-oween Doggie Day Hike
at Entrance - Cornelia Avenue and Chester Avenue (in Wolfe's Pond Park), Staten Island
11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Dress your pet in a costume and see who's the best. Take a stroll through the forest with your four legged friend on this dog-friendly hike. Dogs are required to be on-leash.
Free!
Bird Friendly Garden Management Workshop
at The Ramble
2:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
Participants will explore bird habitat through guided observation, sound-based activities, and three ecological themes: water, food, and shelter.
Free!
Sunday, November 1, 2026
Native American Heritage Month: Lenape Botany
at Vermont Place Parking Lot (in Highland Park), Queens
11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
During Native American Heritage Month, explore the past and present experience of Native Americans.
Free!
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