Pelham Bay Park with Kids: Hike, Bike, Swim at Orchard Beach
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Our month-long focus on the Bronx's Pelham Bay continues with an in-depth look at NYC's largest green space, Pelham Bay Park. At nearly 3,000 acres, the park is three times the size of Central Park and is packed with awesome family attractions including Orchard Beach, four playgrounds, miles of paths to bike or hike, tennis courts, mini golf, two nature centers, a horseback riding stable and a historic 19th-century mansion turned museum. How many other NYC parks boast all that? None!
My family and I are lucky enough to live nearby but even though we've been to Pelham Bay Park countless times, we discover something new during each visit. As you can see from our slide show, there's so much to do here you can't possibly cover it all in one day. That's why we're highlighting the best activities and attractions in the park for families, so you can make the most of your trip (or, hopefully, trips) to this amazing Bronx oasis. Here are our top 12 ways to enjoy Pelham Bay Park with kids.