Winter Fun 

a brown and white owl in a tree

Owl Watching

Winter is the perfect time to spot owls. Saw-whet, barred, and great-horned owls live in many of our parks. Join our Urban Park Rangers in the woods for a chance to see one!

Join an owl-watching event

a park ranger leads hikers on a wooden trail that winds through a meadow by the waterfront

Hiking with the Urban Park Rangers

Hiking is a great way to get some fresh air while exploring your city. Join socially distant hikes with an Urban Park Ranger and discover hidden gems and scenic spots in our parks.

Go hiking with our park rangers

Sledding

Hit the slopes at one of your neighborhood's favorite sledding hill. 

Find a place to go sledding

Ice Skating

Our ice skating rinks are open. Grab some skates and hit the ice with family and friends! 

Find an ice skating rink at NYC Parks

cartoon image of a snowman wearing an NYC parks beanie in the park

Winter Music Playlist

Play our winter-themed playlist on your next visit to a park.

Listen now

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