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Tucked into the streets of Woodlawn, Woodlawn Playground (Van Cortlandt Park) offers kids a spot to play on climbing equipment and swings. The playground is maintained by NYC Parks and open to everyone.
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Typically open daily dawn to dusk
Free; open to the public, no registration
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Ages 1–12.
Free; open to the public, no registration
Typically open daily dawn to dusk
Van Cortlandt Park, near Van Cortlandt Park East & E 233rd St, 10470, in Woodlawn, the Bronx.
No. Woodlawn Playground is outdoors, so plan for weather, sunscreen and water.
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