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Historic New York: Hunter Island

Sunday, April 13, 2025

11:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m.

Join the Rangers on a walk on Hunter Island and learn about its unique history. From the Siwanoy to the creation of Orchard Beach, the island is full of rich history and fun wildlife.

Location

Section 2 Orchard Beach in Pelham Bay Park
Bronx
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Cost

Free  

Registration

Registration not required.

Event Organizer

NYC Parks Urban Park Rangers

Contact Number

(718) 319-7258

Categories

Nature, Urban Park Rangers, Fall Foliage, Hiking, City of Forest Day

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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.

Contacts

Pelham Bay Park Administrator's Office: (718) 430-1891
Bartow-Pell Mansion Museum: (718) 885-1461
Park Enforcement Patrol: (718) 430-1815
Pelham Bay & Split Rock Golf Course: (718) 885-1258
Turtle Cove Driving Range: (718) 885-2646
Orchard Beach Nature Center: (718) 885-3466
Urban Park Rangers: (718) 548-0912
Events and General Parks Information: 311
Bronx Equestrian Center: (718) 885-0551
Friends of Pelham Bay Park: (718) 430-4685
Bronx Recreation: General Information: (718) 430-1825
Bronx Recreation: Special Events Permits: (718) 430-1848
Bronx Recreation: Sports Permits: (718) 430-1840
Bronx Recreation: Tennis Permits: (718) 430-1848