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A long Hudson River waterfront park below Washington Heights, home to the Little Red Lighthouse under the George Washington Bridge, a favorite for picture-book fans.
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Open daily; most NYC parks open 6 AM–1 AM
Free
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All ages.
Free
Open daily; most NYC parks open 6 AM–1 AM
Fort Washington Park, 10033, in Washington Heights, Manhattan.
No. Fort Washington Park is outdoors, so plan for weather, sunscreen and water.
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