posted by Travel Cat on Jan 27
Yep. Right in the heart of the Bronx is an exciting and beautiful park, woodland and deep gorge to explore.
We all know the Bronx Zoo, but how many of us have spent time wandering along the many paths and trails of the the Bronx Park?
The sheer size of the Bronx park and the variety of flora and fauna found here make this natural area one of the real hidden gems of New York - well worth a visit.
A Natural Secret?
The Botanical Gardens here also holds a historic secret - a 50 acre woodland. Not so exciting?
Well, what if I told you it was the exact woodland that was here when the land was first brought in 1891? So it has been undisturbed for over 130 years!
It was part of the continuous woodlands that covered the whole of the the area when the European migrants first came over in the 17th century. And when you stand among these giants in the peace and quiet - can you imagine the whole of New York city covered in it?
Water World And More:
There is the Bronx River running through the centre of the park and it is the perfect place for water sports. There are several launch points for kayaking and canoes.
The river runs through a deep gorge with waterside walks and some amazing plants and trees lining the way.
There are also basketball courts, baseball diamonds, soccer fields, cycle routes and skate parks to name a few of the extensive facilities supplies to the parks users.
There are also dog runs for those with pets, and playgrounds for those with kids!
And, of course, a zoo full of tigers!
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