Prospect Park
| Park Overview: | A Fredrick Law Olmsted and Calvert Vaux-designed park that exhibits their characteristic meld of nature and beauty in the middle of urban Brooklyn. |
| Trail Uses: | Hiking, Mountain biking, Handicapped |
| Dogs: | Dogs on leash |
| Trail Miles: | |
| Park Acreage: | 526 acres |
| City/County/ State: | New York City/Kings/NY |
| Park Description: | The park is home to Brooklyn's only forest, the Brooklyn Botanic Garden, and man-made water features that attract migratory birds. A huge variety of sports and recreational activities are available here. Additional information is available at the Prospect Park Alliance website. |
| Trails Overview: | A network of unmarked trails run throughout the park. Park roads are closed to vehicular traffic on weekends. |
| Directions: | By Subway take the No. 2 or No. 3 train to Grand Army Plaza or Prospect Park Stations. |
| Contact Information: | New York City Department of Parks and Recreation 212-639-9675 |
| Region: | New York City |
| Fees: | None |
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