# Van Cortlandt Park

> A 1,146-acre Bronx park with forests, a lake, freshwater marsh, a historic house and miles of trails including the John Muir Trail. Kids can join ranger…

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Nature · Van Cortlandt Park, Bronx

A 1,146-acre Bronx park with forests, a lake, freshwater marsh, a historic house and miles of trails including the John Muir Trail. Kids can join ranger programs at the nature center and hike to the old Croton Aqueduct structures.

- **Address:** 3545 Jerome Avenue, 10467
- **Neighborhood:** Van Cortlandt Park, Bronx
- **Ages:** All ages
- **Price:** Free (Free)
- **When:** Open daily; most NYC parks open 6 AM–1 AM
- **Setting:** Outdoor
- **Website:** https://www.nycgovparks.org/parks/van-cortlandt-park
- **Checked against:** https://data.cityofnewyork.us/Recreation/Parks-Properties/enfh-gkve

## Highlights

- Third-largest park in NYC
- John Muir Trail
- Nature center

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

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