North West Woods of the Bronx's Van Cortlandt Park
Van Cortlandt Park is the third largest park in New York City with an area of 1,146 acres. Incorporating vast natural areas, this park provides habitat for both migrating and breeding birds and was identified as an Important Bird Area by the National Audubon Society.
Directions
By subway: #1 to Van Cortlandt Park-242d St. Walk north on Broadway. Enter the park at W. 246th Street.
By bus: Bx9 bus to the 242nd Street stop. Walk north on Broadway. Enter the park at W. 246th Street.