Notices

Before you head out to a park, recreation center or other Parks facility, check here for issues that may affect your visit.

Park and Facility Closures

Recreation Centers Owen Dolen Recreation Center

Owen Dolen Recreation Center is closed for reconstruction. Visit our Capital Tracker page for updates on this project.


Nature Centers Pelham Bay Nature Center

Pelham Bay Nature Center is currently closed to the public.


Park Pelham Bay Park

The Pavilion at Orchard Beach is currently closed to the public.


Recreation Centers St. Mary’s Recreation Center

Anticipated Completion: Fall 2023

St. Mary's Recreation Center is closed for reconstruction. Visit our Capital Tracker page for updates on this project.


Indoor Pools St. Mary's Recreation Center Pool

The indoor pool at St. Mary's Recreation Center is closed while the center is undergoing reconstruction.


Soccer Fields Watson Gleason Playground

The soccer field at Watson Gleason Playground is currently closed.


Indoor Pools Brownsville Recreation Center Pool

The indoor pool is closed at this location.


Recreation Centers Brownsville Recreation Center

Brownsville Recreation Center is open with limited access due to construction. The Golden Age side of the building is open, while the main side of the building is closed. There will be no access to the indoor pool and gymnasium at this time. Visit our Capital Tracker page for updates on this project.


Park Paerdegat Basin Park

Ecology Park is a five acre site set within Paerdegat Basin Park. The goal of the park is to promote habitat restoration and ecological improvement, highlighting fourteen native plant community types that exist or once existed in New York City. Ecology Park is only open at certain times of year when Parks staff are present in order to protect this unique landscape. Want to visit? Check out our Stewardship Projects page for restoration, planting, and educational events.


Recreation Centers Sunset Park Recreation Center

Sunset Park Recreation Center is closed for reconstruction. Visit our Capital Tracker page for updates on this project.


Tennis Courts Brian Watkins Tennis Center

The Brian Watkins Tennis Center at East River Park is currently closed as part of the East Side Coastal Resiliency Project.


Park John V. Lindsay East River Park

The section of East River Park south of Stanton Street is temporarily closed due to construction as part of the East Side Coastal Resiliency Project, which will protect Lower East Side residents and waterfront parks from coastal storms and sea level rise. East River Park remains open north of Stanton Street. For access to open park areas, use entrances at E. Houston Street, 6th St Bridge, or 10th St Bridge. For more information on construction progress, when this section of the park will re-open, please visit the Department of Design and Construction’s City’s East Side Coastal Resiliency Project Updates page. If you are looking for places to play and relax nearby, please visit our Neighborhood Recreational Resources page.


Recreation Centers Chelsea Recreation Center

Please be advised that the pool water temperature is currently below normal. We are working to resolve this issue. Please check in with the front desk for more information.


Baseball Fields Col. Charles Young Playground

The baseball and softball fields at this location are closed for renovation.


Recreation Centers Gertrude Ederle Recreation Center

Please note the elevator at Gertrude Ederle Recreation Center is currently out of service. We apologize for the inconvenience caused.


Recreation Centers Hansborough Recreation Center

Hansborough Recreation Center is closed for reconstruction. Visit our Capital Tracker page for updates on this project.


Ice Skating Rinks Harlem Meer Center (formerly Lasker Rink)

Anticipated Completion: Spring 2024

The Harlem Meer Center is closed in order to rebuild the facility to increase access to nearby communities and enhance year-round programming. For more information, visit Central Park Conservancy's Rebuilding Harlem Meer Center page.


Outdoor Pools Harlem Meer Center

Anticipated Completion: Spring 2025

The Harlem Meer Center is closed in order to rebuild the facility to increase access to nearby communities and enhance year-round programming. For more information, visit Central Park Conservancy's Rebuilding Harlem Meer Center page.


Recreation Centers Highbridge Recreation Center

Please note that Highbridge Recreation Center gymnasium will be closed from October 26 to November 5 for Early Voting and Election Day. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.


Recreation Centers J. Hood Wright Recreation Center

The J Hood Wright Recreation center will be closed for public access from Saturday, October 12 through Wednesday, October 23, as the facility prepares to host its annual Halloween event. Please join us on October 18 and 19, see link for more information: https://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2024/10/18/hallowscream-fright-walk and https://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2024/10/19/hallowscream-fright-walk-and-fall-festival


Recreation Centers Jackie Robinson Recreation Center

Please note that Jackie Robinson Recreation Center gymnasium will be closed from October 26 to November 5 for Early Voting and Election Day. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.


Kayak/Canoe Launch Sites Muscota Marsh

The East Dock at Muscota Marsh is temporarily closed for repairs. As an alternative, please use the boat launch at Inwood Hill Park or at Sherman Creek.


Kayak/Canoe Launch Sites Riverside Park (79th Street)

The 79th Street Boat Basin marina is currently closed. No vessel dockage, moorage, anchorage or launch services are available. The marina will be dredged and reconstructed to modern codes and standards. The marina is anticipated to reopen in 2028. Related inquiries may be sent to boatbasin@parks.nyc.gov


Park Riverside Park

Anticipated Completion: Spring 2025

Due to construction, as of September 23, 2024, Cherry Walk at Riverside Park is temporarily closed between West 100th Street and St. Clair Place (West 125th St). Please view our Temporary Greenway Detour map for an alternative route.


Marinas West 79th Street Boat Basin

The 79th Street Boat Basin is closed and is anticipated to reopen in 2028. Related inquiries may be sent to boatbasin@parks.nyc.gov


Park Roger Morris Park

Roger Morris Park will be open daily from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Morris-Jumel Mansion is open Thursdays and Fridays from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.


Park The Battery

Portions of The Battery, including the Battery Wharf, Gardens of Remembrance, and portions of the Oval Lawn are closed for the Battery Coastal Resilience Project. This project will rebuild and elevate the Battery wharf to reduce risk from rising seas and coastal storms, while preserving the character of the park. Visit the Battery Coastal Resilience page for more information and an updated timeline.


Outdoor Pools Tompkins Square

The outdoor pool at Tompkins Square Park is currently closed due to construction. Visit our Capital Project Tracker for updates on the project's progress.


Indoor Pools Tony Dapolito Recreation Center Pool

The indoor pool at Tony Dapolito Recreation Center is currently closed due to construction. Visit our Capital Project Tracker for updates on the project's progress.


Recreation Centers Tony Dapolito Recreation Center

The Tony Dapolito Recreation Center is currently closed due to construction. Visit our Capital Project Tracker for updates on the project's progress.


Outdoor Pools Tony Dapolito

The outdoor pool at Tony Dapolito Recreation Center is currently closed due to construction. Visit our Capital Project Tracker for updates on the project's progress.


Kayak/Canoe Launch Sites West Harlem Piers

This launch site is closed until restoration efforts are completed.


Basketball Courts

The basketball court at this location will be closed for sports lighting upgrade through Mid October.


Nature Centers Forest Park Visitor Center

Forest Park Nature Center is currently closed to the public.


Recreation Centers Lost Battalion Hall Recreation Center

Lost Battalion Hall Recreation Center is closed due to construction. Visit our Capital Tracker page for updates on this project.


Dog-friendly Areas Murray Playground Dog Run

The dog run at Murray Playground is closed to the public until further notice. Dog owners are encouraged to visit the nearest dog run, located at Gantry Plaza State Park.


Park Rainey Park

Anticipated Completion: Fall 2024

Rainey Park is closed for reconstruction. Visit our Capital Tracker page for updates on this project.


Marinas World's Fair Marina

Due to a major planned reconstruction project, Pier 1 at the World's Fair Marina is currently closed. Limited transient dockage is available for smaller recreational vessels - please contact the Dockmasters office at 718-478-0480 or VHF Ch71 for more information. There is no dockage available for larger vessels or commercial vessels, including passenger pick-up and drop-off. We apologize for any inconvenience. Please check back with the World's Fair Marina in the future for updates.


Recreation Centers Ocean Breeze Track & Field Athletic Complex

Ocean Breeze Track & Field Athletic Complex is closed on Sunday, October 13th due to the Staten Island Half Marathon