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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
Thursday, April 2, 2026
Trail Work Thursdays
at Van Cortlandt Golf House (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 - Wolfe’s Pond Park
at Wolfe's Pond Park, Staten Island
11:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
Join us for a hike in one of Staten Island’s most scenic park.
Free!
Saturday, April 4, 2026
Greenbelt Hike (Vigorous)
at Greenbelt Nature Center (in Blood Root Valley), Staten Island
11:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Urban Park Rangers will lead hikers through some of the hidden gems of the Greenbelt on a lengthy journey through the park’s diverse forests and ecosystems.
Free!
Event
Signs of Spring Hike
at Upper Highland Playground (in Highland Park), Queens
11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Spring season is upon us and nature adapts to the changes. Let's find some of these adaptations and signs of spring on a hike through the trails in the park.
Free!
Event
Sunday, April 5, 2026
Nature's Workshop: Spring Nature Sketching
at Salt Marsh Nature Center (in Marine Park), Brooklyn
11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Learn about Marine Park’s unique plant and wildlife species through the experience of observation and field sketching.
Free!
Monday, April 6, 2026
FMCP Stewardship Earth Week 2026 Series
at Unisphere (in Flushing Meadows Corona Park), Queens
10:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
Join the FMCP Stewardship Team and welcome Spring by observing Earth Week and take part in ecological conservation all month long. Activities range from trail maintenance, weeding, litter collection, tree and vegetation care, shoreline restoration, species removal, and other beautification projects.
Free!
Tuesday, April 7, 2026
FMCP Stewardship Earth Week 2026 Series
at Unisphere (in Flushing Meadows Corona Park), Queens
10:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
Join the FMCP Stewardship Team and welcome Spring by observing Earth Week and take part in ecological conservation all month long. Activities range from trail maintenance, weeding, litter collection, tree and vegetation care, shoreline restoration, species removal, and other beautification projects.
Free!
Greenbelt History Hike: Reading the Landscape
at Greenbelt Nature Center (in Blood Root Valley), Staten Island
10:30 a.m.–11:30 a.m.
Join us for a Greenbelt History Hike: Reading the landscape.
Free!
Event
Wednesday, April 8, 2026
FMCP Stewardship Earth Week 2026 Series
at Unisphere (in Flushing Meadows Corona Park), Queens
10:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
Join the FMCP Stewardship Team and welcome Spring by observing Earth Week and take part in ecological conservation all month long. Activities range from trail maintenance, weeding, litter collection, tree and vegetation care, shoreline restoration, species removal, and other beautification projects.
Free!
Kids Week: Sensory Perception Hike
at Corner of Furman and Old Fulton Streets (in Brooklyn Bridge Park), Brooklyn
11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Join the Urban Park Rangers for a walk through Brooklyn Bridge Park using your senses of touch, smell, sight and hearing to explore the natural world.
Free!
Event
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. This month’s hike will be highlighting plant species in Inwood Hill Park.
Free!
Event
Thursday, April 9, 2026
Trail Work Thursdays
at Van Cortlandt Golf House (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!
FMCP Stewardship Earth Week 2026 Series
at Unisphere (in Flushing Meadows Corona Park), Queens
10:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
Join the FMCP Stewardship Team and welcome Spring by observing Earth Week and take part in ecological conservation all month long. Activities range from trail maintenance, weeding, litter collection, tree and vegetation care, shoreline restoration, species removal, and other beautification projects.
Free!
Early Birds of the Greenbelt Hike
at Greenbelt Nature Center (in Blood Root Valley), Staten Island
11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Join us as we hike the trails inside the Greenbelt in search for early migrants. Phoebes, Flickers and Hermit Thrushes.
Free!
Event
Friday, April 10, 2026
FMCP Stewardship Earth Week 2026 Series
at Unisphere (in Flushing Meadows Corona Park), Queens
10:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
Join the FMCP Stewardship Team and welcome Spring by observing Earth Week and take part in ecological conservation all month long. Activities range from trail maintenance, weeding, litter collection, tree and vegetation care, shoreline restoration, species removal, and other beautification projects.
Free!
Kids Week: Shelter Building
at Homecrest Playground, Brooklyn
1:00 p.m.–2:00 p.m.
Explore how both humans and different animals build shelters out of natural materials. Practice building traditional shelters and learn useful knots.
Free!
Kids
Saturday, April 11, 2026
Nature Sketching
at Lawn Area (in Seaside Wildlife Nature Park), Staten Island
11:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Join Rangers as they hike and sketch the beautiful scenery of Seaside Park, sketching scenes of nature using charcoal and pencils. All supplies will be provided.
Free!
Spring Has Sprung Hike
at Salt Marsh Nature Center (in Marine Park), Brooklyn
1:00 p.m.–2:00 p.m.
Join the Rangers on a spring discovery hike around the marsh! See what’s out and about along the trail.
Free!
Sunday, April 12, 2026
Historic New York: Hunter Island
at Section 2 Orchard Beach (in Pelham Bay Park), Bronx
10:00 a.m.–11:30 a.m.
Join the Rangers on a walk on Hunter Island and learn about its unique history.
Free!
Creatures of the Night: Bats
at Nevada Avenue Parking Lot (in High Rock Park), Staten Island
7:00 p.m.–8:30 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!
Thursday, April 16, 2026
Trail Work Thursdays
at Van Cortlandt Golf House (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 - Willowbrook Park
at Greenbelt Nature Center (in Blood Root Valley), Staten Island
11:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
Join us for a longer walk through the Greenbelt into Willowbrook Park.
Free!
Friday, April 17, 2026
Sherman Creek Educational Tour
at Sherman Creek, Manhattan
10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Volunteers will learn how to identify these plants and how to make iNaturalist observations of any other signs of nature you find along the way.
Free!
Creatures of the Night: Bat Appreciation Day
at Forest Park Visitor Center (in Forest Park), Queens
7:00 p.m.–8:30 p.m.
Join the Rangers on National Bat Appreciation Day to observing local bat species near Strack Pond while learning about the crucial roles that bats play in our urban ecosystems.
Free!
Saturday, April 18, 2026
Night Hike
at Entrance - 215th Place and 33rd Road (in Crocheron Park), Queens
8:00 p.m.–9:00 p.m.
Explore the park at night and learn how animals and humans adapt under the cover of darkness.
Free!
Sunday, April 19, 2026
Bloom on the Trail
at Greenbelt Nature Center (in Blood Root Valley), Staten Island
11:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Take a short hike in search of various plants and trees in the Greenbelt.
Free!
Kids
Spring Blooming Hike
at Picnic House (in Prospect Park), Brooklyn
11:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Spring has sprung. Flowers and trees are in full bloom this season. Learn some ways to identify these spring beauties and the important roles they play in our ecosystem.
Free!
Discovery Hike: Vernal Pools Night Hike
at Union Turnpike and 196th Street (in Cunningham Park), Queens
7:00 p.m.–8:00 p.m.
Join the Urban Park Rangers as we explore the vernal pools of Alley Pond Park. Vernal pools are seasonal wetlands that are home to many distinct plants and animals.
Free!
Thursday, April 23, 2026
Trail Work Thursdays
at Van Cortlandt Golf House (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, April 24, 2026
Kissena Park Forest Restoration and Nature Walk
at Kissena Park, Queens
9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Volunteers will contribute to ongoing restoration work and learn the importance of species diversity to ecosystem health.
Free!
City Nature Challenge: Fungi Walk at Udall's Cove Park Preserve
at Parking Lot on Sandhill Road (in Udall's Park Preserve), Queens
12:00 p.m.–1:00 p.m.
Join NYC Parks staff on a hike around Udall's Cove Park Preserve! Volunteers will learn how to identify spring fungi and how to make iNaturalist observations.
Free!
Event
City Nature Challenge: Spring Ephemerals Walk at Alley Pond Park
at Alley Pond Park, Queens
5:00 p.m.–6:30 p.m.
Join NYC Parks staff on a hike around Alley Pond Park! Volunteers will learn how to identify spring wildflowers and how to make iNaturalist observations.
Free!
City Nature Challenge: Spring Ephemerals Walk at Inwood Hill Park
at Inwood Hill Park, Manhattan
5:00 p.m.–6:00 p.m.
Join NYC Parks staff on a hike around Inwood Hill Pond Park! Volunteers will learn how to identify spring wildflowers and how to make iNaturalist observations.
Free!
Saturday, April 25, 2026
City Nature Challenge: Fungi Walk at Soundview Park
at O'Brien Ave & Leland Ave (in Soundview Park), Bronx
10:00 a.m.–11:00 a.m.
Join NYC Parks staff on a hike around Soundview Park! Volunteers will learn how to identify spring fungi and how to make iNaturalist observations.
Free!
Doggie Day Hike
at Playground (in Bloomingdale Park), Staten Island
11:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Spring is blooming, it's time to get all our legs moving. Bring your four legged friends and enjoy a hike with the Urban Park Rangers through one of Staten Island's most scenic parks.
Free!
City Nature Challenge: Spring Ephemerals Walk at Alley Pond Park
at Alley Pond (in Alley Pond Park), Queens
11:30 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
Join NYC Parks staff on a hike around Alley Pond Park! Volunteers will learn how to identify spring wildflowers and how to make iNaturalist observations.
Free!
City Nature Challenge: Fungi Walk at Pugsley Creek Park
at Stephens Ave & O'Brien Ave (in Pugsley Creek Park), Bronx
12:00 p.m.–1:00 p.m.
Join NYC Parks staff on a hike around Pugsley Creek Park! Volunteers will learn how to identify spring fungi and how to make iNaturalist observations.
Free!
Great Trees of Inwood Hill Park
at Seaman Avenue and Isham Street (in Inwood Hill Park), Manhattan
1:00 p.m.–2:30 p.m.
Learn about the benefits trees provide to our urban environment as we enjoy the shade and identify many of our native trees.
Free!
Spring Wildflower Hike
at 69th Avenue and 230th Street (in Alley Pond Park), Queens
1:00 p.m.–2:30 p.m.
Join the Urban Park Rangers for a walk around the trails as we learn how to identify native wildflowers. Beginner friendly.
Free!
Sunday, April 26, 2026
City Nature Challenge: Spring Ephemerals Walk at Inwood Hill Park
at Inwood Hill Park, Manhattan
9:00 a.m.–10:30 a.m.
Join NYC Parks staff on a hike around Inwood Hill Park! Volunteers will learn how to identify spring wildflowers and how to make iNaturalist observations.
Free!
City Nature Challenge: Spring Ephemerals Walk at Forest Park
at Buddy Monument (in Forest Park), Queens
10:00 a.m.–11:30 a.m.
For the City Nature Challenge join NYC Parks Stewardship team for a walk around Forest Park to explore the diversity of spring wildflowers and plants.
Free!
City Nature Challenge: Spring Ephemerals Walk at Cunningham Park
at SE corner of Union Turnpike and Francis Lewis Blvd. (in Cunningham Park), Queens
1:30 p.m.–3:00 p.m.
For the City Nature Challenge join NYC Parks Stewardship team for a walk around Cunningham Park to explore the diversity of spring wildflowers and plants.
Free!
Thursday, April 30, 2026
Trail Work Thursdays
at Van Cortlandt Golf House (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, May 2, 2026
Sensory Perception Hike
at Prospect Avenue and Brentwood Avenue (in Allison Pond Park), Staten Island
11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Join the Urban Park Rangers as we explore a lesser-known forest. We will be using all five senses to take in the beauty of this magical trail.
Free!
Sunday, May 3, 2026
Trails, Sails, and Rails: New York Harbor
at 43rd Street and 1st Avenue (in Bush Terminal Park), Brooklyn
11:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Join the Urban Park Rangers on a maritime exploration event as we go bird and boat-watching!. Learn about the working harbor and its role in creating the New York we know today.
Free!
Spooky Staten Island History and Nature Night Hike
at Visitor Center - Satterlee Street and Hylan Boulevard (in Conference House Park), Staten Island
7:00 p.m.–8:00 p.m.
On National Paranormal Day, join the Rangers to explore the weird, spooky and strange in Staten Island’s history and nature.
Free!
Sunday, May 10, 2026
Central Park Benches Highlights Hike
at West 72nd and Central Park West (in Central Park), Manhattan
1:00 p.m.–2:30 p.m.
Join the Rangers as we discuss park design through an often overlooked but always appreciated feature - the park bench.
Free!
Sunday, May 17, 2026
All The Leaves Are Back! Spring Tree Walk
at Driggs Avenue and Lorimer Street (in McCarren Park), Brooklyn
11:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Learn to identify some of our beloved park trees and explore the visible and hidden ways in which trees come back to life in this season of renewal.
Free!
Wednesday, May 20, 2026
World Bee Day Insect Exploration
at Juniper North Playground (in Juniper Valley Park), Queens
3:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.
Join the Urban Park Rangers on a walk to learn the important role these fascinating insects play for the environment and humans.
Free!
Saturday, May 30, 2026
Trails, Sails, and Rails: Ecology After Industry
at 43rd Street and 1st Avenue (in Bush Terminal Park), Brooklyn
1:00 p.m.–2:30 p.m.
Bring history and experience together to discuss the complexities of finding a future for the ecologically critical lands along the city’s waters that serve both human and wildlife.
Free!
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