Outdoor Adventures Guide: Hiking, Camping, Kayaking & More around NYC

Find the best places to go hiking, tubing, camping, zip lining, kayaking, canoeing and more in and around New York City.
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Spotlight Outdoors Fun in NYC
CityPickle has opened up 14 pickleball courts spread across Wollman Rink for the spring, summer, and early fall.
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Visiting CityPickle at Wollman Rink with Kids: NYC's New Pickleball Destination
Grab a picnic and head to Owl's Head Park for the lush green grass! Photo courtesy of NYC Parks
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The Pier 2 Roller Rink is great for both daring speed seekers and beginners. Photo by Diana Kim
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Bear Mountain State Park offers a variety of easy hikes near NYC perfect for kids. Photo courtesy of Bear Mountain
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Hester Street Playground. Photo by Jody Mercier
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Climb on platforms dangling from ropes at Hester Street Playground. Photo by Jody Mercier
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Glide your way across the Brooklyn Children's Museum's roof when its popular ArtRink returns. Photo by Winston Williams
Best Outdoor Ice Skating Rinks in NYC for Kids and Families
Sharpen your skates and hit the ice at one of these NYC rinks.
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Domino Square is set to be a community hub and brings a new ice skating rink to Williamsburg this winter. Rendering courtesy of Two Trees Management
Exciting New Ice Skating Rink Set to Open at Domino Square this Winter
Sharpen your skates, Brooklyn: You're getting a brand-new waterfront ice rink.
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Mountain Creek provides an unrivaled view from above the fall leaves by taking a ride along its zipline course. Photo courtesy of Mountain Creek
Most Unique Destinations to See Fall Leaves from NYC
Leaf-peeping season is almost here. See beautiful foliage at these day-trip destinations.
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Governors Island’s annual pumpkin patch, Pumpkin Point, returns with thousands of pumpkins and fall-themed decorations arranged across the island’s historic Nolan Park. Photo by Janet Bloom
Best Pumpkin Patches and Harvest Festivals Right in NYC
Farm fun comes to the heart of NYC with these pumpkin patches and harvest celebrations.
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The Queens International Night Market is a large, family-friendly, open-air night market in Queens, featuring vendors selling merchandise, art, and food! Photo by Sharon Medina for the Queens Night Market
San Gennaro Fest and More Great Food Festivals in NYC for Families
Eat your way through NYC at these great festivals for foodies.
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Harbes Farm offers a slew of kid-friendly attractions, including the speedy goat mountain slides. Photo by Jennifer Voit
Best Farms with Family Entertainment near NYC
These local farms offer far more than pick-your-own produce. They specialize in agratainment.
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