by Central Park Conservancy
Photo: centralparknyc.org
A 36-acre woodland in the middle of Central Park with winding paths, rustic bridges, a stream and rock outcrops. It is one of the city's best places to see migrating birds, so it's great for young birders with binoculars.
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Open during park hours (6 AM–1 AM)
Free
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Ages 4–17.
Free
Open during park hours (6 AM–1 AM)
Central Park, mid-park between 73rd and 79th Streets, 10024, Manhattan.
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