Inwood Hill Park

I love Inwood Park. Its hard not to consider Central Park as one's favorite park in Manhattan, but Id have to say that we have a tie. Its almost surreal to be in certain parts of this park. If you took someone, blindfolded them and set them in the middle of Inwood park (aside from facing kidnapping charges) that person would not believe that they were in Manhattan.
You can literally get lost in the woods here. There are certain areas that you can hike through, that make you feel like you are in a forgotten world. Streetlights broken and covered in live growth. The pathways cracked and barely visible through all the plant life. Or you can go off the path and make your own.
You can see the Bronx, and New Jersey (sometimes simultaneously) in this park. You can see the Hudson and Harlem Rivers (again, simultaneously). There's always an abundance of clearings free of people (especially tourists) for you to lay out, throw a frisbee, football, kick a soccer ball etc. which is either unheard of or not allowed in Central Park.
To top it all off, you can go rock climbing here. Im not talking BS rock hiking, Im talking Sylvester Stallone, cliffhanging, life's on the line (if you so choose it to be) rock climbing. Its exhilarating, beautiful, and unbelievably fun.
If youve never been to Inwood Park, you are not a New Yorker. Thats that.

I have been running consistently in this park for 23 years. It is hands down the best park to run in Manhattan. There are several trails that wind through the forest and over the hills. You can see where glaciers cut their way through the island thousands of years ago, and there are incredible views of the Hudson River and the NJ Palisades. It is home to the last native forest in Manhattan. Check out overlook meadow, the clove and the red and blue hiking trail. It's also a great spot for bird watching and for sports. Te best place to enter the park is 207th and Seaman Ave.

Went for a walk last weekend &
the foliage was beautiful. A really good place to enjoy nature in the city.

During the shutdown when subways were limited to essential workers, I found solace in the serene beauty of Inwood Hill Park. This park quickly became one of my favorite destinations. With its abundance of trails, vibrant flowers, and breathtaking natural scenery, it offers a delightful escape from the bustling city.

One aspect that stood out to me was the park's impeccable cleanliness. The maintenance team does an excellent job of ensuring the grounds are well-kept and inviting. Additionally, the park's spaciousness provides ample room to explore, relax, and enjoy outdoor activities without feeling overcrowded.

A unique charm of Inwood Hill Park is the sense of community it fosters. Regular visits often lead to chance encounters with familiar faces from the neighborhood, creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere.

Occasionally, the park hosts Shakespeare in the Park events, adding an extra touch of culture and entertainment to the already enchanting surroundings.

A nice park in the upper reaches of Manhattan near the Bronx. Inwood Hill Park is a bit out of the way from most of Manhattan. This does have a nearby MTA station. Beautiful scenery near the Hudson River. You can also find many athletic facilities and trails.

All kinds of areas are here for athletics. It has baseball fields, basketball courts, and tennis courts among just a few. The rest of the park is really nice to just walk around in. A playground here is in pretty good shape and has modern looking equipment. The park is quite large and takes up a large area along the Hudson River. It has many trails so you can get some good exercise. They often have some kind of bicycling or running event going on.

It also is close to Columbia's football field. It's called Robert K. Kraft Field. There are no massage parlors.

On a day like today this is the place you would enjoy if you like a good hike. Wear comfortable clothes and shoes. Be prepared some days for mud. If you're not used to walking on hilly territory then you may have a problem. This park is reminiscent of my days walking in the foothills of Kentucky.

There is wildlife and vegetation to dazzle the knowledgeable experts in those fields. I love the birds nesting in unlikely places. If you peer through the trees you will see buildings. That distracted from the feeling of getting away from it all. You're near the Henry Hudson Bridge. There's lots of history in this park. I zoomed in on the dedication of a rock in the park. Make sure you visit this spot.

I could go on and on. I think if you're nearby you should plan a day and take a hike. Bring your backpack with water and snacks. Have fun and feel the escape from city life for a few hours.

If you're looking for a secluded green space, thick wooded grounds, beautiful panoramic views of the Hudson River, well maintained (but not manicured) pathways/trails and without a doubt the most grueling training course for runners in the city, you've come to the right place.

The highest point in Manhattan is located on its northernmost area, and it's an underrated gem.

I had come to Inwood Hill Park a few times in the past, but just as an occasional visitor. Only now that I moved to this area, I realize the wealth that this place represents for the neighborhood (and beyond).

Since I'm off for the summer, I come here to run every couple of days. The incline kills me, but no matter how hot the day is, every path/trail is under the shade of tall trees. The park is so extensive you can run for an hour without having to retrace your steps.

It's a gorgeous, peaceful, never crowded, battery-charging place I feel very fortunate to have at my doorstep.

Go and have a blast.

My favorite park i been coming here since a little girl. This park its my favorite not because im bias thats in my neighborhood but because of the natural beauty this park is. The park is huge it has the coolest playgrounds for every age. My nephew & niece never wants to leave. They have everything slides, swings and even a wheel that spins.

Also in the summer time they have the frog in the main first park which is a sprinkler. In the second park there is a sand box as well as other swings/ slides ropes to climb is hard to describe but i will post pictures soon. The trees are beautiful here even in the fall, spring, and winter. This is a great area for perfect outdoor photography and bird watching. They also have a section for BBQ in the summer and picnics and even a baseball field. It gets better there's a center with like cool animals i remember me and my brother attended one and he was able to hold a falcon and feed it.

They have also have a large pond that has swans and ducks people go over there to feed them bread. There's also a muddy section where i watch crabs pop there heads out of holes. I love this park as you can see lol i have many memories going hiking here as well they have alot of trails that you can walk through however i wouldn't recommend going alone just for precaution reasons. You can also run laps and exercise around the park.

For the doggy lovers they have a nice area to let your dog of the leash.They have bathrooms, water fountains and basket ball / tennis courts. Seriously this parks has it all i'm so happy to have this very close to me as it was so convenient for me growing up and now i can take my nephew and niece something every kid should enjoy once a week . I think this park its very unique and interesting as i have visited many parks and they are rather small or lack resources for sports etc... which is disappointing to the youth today no wonder they are not as involve as much in sports.

Easily the BEST large scale park with the most dynamic landscape left in NYC. It's perfect for running, exploring, hiking, playing and can easily be experienced anytime of day -- for all day. Treat yourself and escape to what feels like the middle of nowhere. That's hard to find in NYC...

Beautiful park.

1) One of the best park in NYC.
2) The view of the bridges from the park is fantastic.
3) Must visit park in NYC.

Used to run here. It was never real fun. After dark it is empty, not enough lights, and general feeling of something that about to happen. But the day time is different, together or solo, always liked the park. And one thing I remember and hope they did something about that, some areas need immediate care, otherwise someone can fall and get hurt.
The view: Worth everything. The view of buildings and nature amaze me time and time again.