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Manhattan's northernmost park has baseball and soccer fields, tennis and basketball courts, and kayak and canoe launches along with forest trails. Uptown youth leagues play here and families can use the courts for free.
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Free public park; permits for organized play
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Ages 4–17.
Free public park; permits for organized play
Open during park hours
Inwood Hill Park, Dyckman St & Seaman Ave, 10034, Manhattan.
No. Inwood Hill Park Fields & Courts is outdoors, so plan for weather, sunscreen and water.
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