Opened in , the park offers both active and passive recreation, and serves as the northern terminus of the 1. Divided into upper and lower sections by terraces, the parcel comprises several unique, yet interconnected, environments. A columned, open-air pavilion designed by architect Demetri Porphyrios, ball courts, and a playground accommodate a diversity of distinct uses along the length of the upper terrace.
To the north, a large expanse of lawn used for recreation, sunbathing, and picnicking accommodates the grade change from the upper terrace to the Esplanade along the river. Drifts of meadow grasses and perennials are complemented by rows of specimen pines and copses of maples and oaks. On the southern end of the park, the Lily Pond, planted with aquatic grasses and lilies, is ringed by stepped seating and topped by a balustrade and ornate fountain, attracting migratory birds and park visitors alike.
Skip to main content. Sort by Relevancy Title. It is considered to be an invasive species that outcompetes many native wildflowers, trees and shrubs. In , William Rockefeller bought the acre estate and castle, Rockwood, from the heirs of William Henry Aspinwall. Seven years later, John D. Rockefeller bought land in at Pocantico Hills. Since , over 1, acres of their estate at Pocantico Hills have been deeded to the State of New York. Laurance S. Rockwood Hall History.
National Register of Historic Places. Rockefeller State Park Preserve will conduct a controlled bow hunt this fall. To participate, hunters must commit to a minimum of five days of effort. Applications and conditions of the hunt may be obtained in person at the Preserve Office, on the park website below , or via email to laurence. Questions can be directed to the Preserve Office at , ext. Bow Hunt Application. Cant run in the NYC Marathon this year?
We have a great inaugural fundraiser race for you! Close to NYC but worlds apart! Hosted by Trail Conference A. No pavement and no cars on the course! Maximum: people. For more information and to register: www. Enjoy this rare opportunity to observe birds of prey in action! Lead by Environmental Educator and Master Falconer, James Eyring, this program will involve flight demonstrations and will cover the natural history of falconry, native raptors, habits and adaptations, and other environmental insights.
Meet at the Visitor's Center courtyard, followed by a short walk up the Overlook trail. No dogs please. Rain date: November Proceeds support the birds' food, medical necessities, and general care. Join Flora Steward, Devyani Mishra, on a leisurely stroll through the Preserve to learn more about trees and other plants in the area and how to identify them.
The hike will be short with frequent stops for discussion. Bring water to drink. Leashed dogs are welcome. Meet at the Visitor's Center courtyard. In the event of rain, the hike will be canceled and a full refund will be issued. You will be notified via email the day before. Please dress according to weather conditions and bring water. If the lot is full, you may park in the Phelps garage free. Cross Kendal Way to access the path that leads to the park.
Gather at the kiosk at the top of the hill. In case of bad weather, the hike will be canceled including overcast skies when we know there will be no visible sunset. The amazing city of Manhattan, New York prides itself as being to the following must-see and must-visit kid-friendly parks:. All of these wonderful parks are located just a short distance from our location at Lexington Avenue!
Stop by for a visit anytime! Infographic World Inc. Previous Article. Next Article. The premier experts in visual communication strategy and implementation. Though the playground offers hours of entertainment for my kids, the fun doesn't stop when you exit the gate.
Just north of the playground is the Parkhouse , which offers a variety of programming for guests of all ages. On our recent visit, my year-old and I played ping pong in the shade, while my 3- and 7-year-old daughters did an art project nearby, all for FREE.
There were water tables set out for toddlers to splash in and when temperatures peaked in the mid-afternoon, Parkhouse staff brought out a hose for kids to have a suburban-like romp in the sprinklers on the grass. Speaking of grass, there are lush lawns in every direction, so there's plenty of room to picnic before or after your visit. The proximity to the Hudson River allows for some spectacular views of sailboats and ferries on the water, too, and if your playdate extends into the evening, you might catch a beautiful sunset.
Also crucially nearby are clean, public restrooms, located across Park Terrace West from the Parkhouse. Often, the hardest part of a day at Nelson A.
Rockefeller Playground is convincing my kids to leave. I've been known to bribe them with a trip to the aforementioned Shake Shack, or a quick visit to the nearby Teardrop Park , with its ultra-speedy long slide and fun water play area.
Nelson A. Top photo courtesy of Battery Park City Parks. Unless otherwise noted, photos by the author.
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