# Freshkills Park

> A former landfill on Staten Island being transformed into a park nearly three times the size of Central Park. North Park, Schmul Park and the New…

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Nature · New Springville, Staten Island

A former landfill on Staten Island being transformed into a park nearly three times the size of Central Park. North Park, Schmul Park and the New Springville Greenway are open, and families can explore the interior grasslands and creeks on scheduled tours and programs.

- **Address:** Freshkills Park, 10314
- **Neighborhood:** New Springville, Staten Island
- **Ages:** All ages
- **Price:** Free (Free)
- **When:** Open daily; most NYC parks open 6 AM–1 AM
- **Setting:** Outdoor
- **Website:** https://freshkillspark.org
- **Checked against:** https://freshkillspark.org/

## Highlights

- Interior open during scheduled programs
- North Park Phase 1 open
- Grassland birds and wildlife

Hours and prices change; confirm with the provider before you go.

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