Top rated Nature preserves in New York, United States to elevate your visit (Updated December, 2023)

Top rated Nature preserves in New York

Experience the best that New York has to offer with our curated list of top-rated places. Sorted by average review scores from venues boasting over 30 reviews, these establishments promise exceptional quality and experiences to elevate your visit in the city. This list contains 41 places from Nature preserve category.

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The Pond at Central Park

Nature preserve

👍👍 It is very great and beautiful and plunges a person into the depths of peace. The Pond in Central Park is a good sized body of water with natural areas and great wildlife around it. The pond is relatively clean and very natural in appearance. Not only is this great for human visitors, but it also he...

4.80 (165 reviews)

Bronx River Forest

Nature preserve

Floodplain forest on an artificial island in the Bronx River, with walking trails & lookouts.

4.70 (3.4K reviews)

Harlem Meer

Nature preserve

Man-made body of water in Central Park with fishing, a seasonal ice skating rink & a visitor center.

4.70 (501 reviews)

Stonewall National Monument

Monument

Landmark park & monument honoring past & current struggles for civil rights of LGBT Americans.

4.70 (473 reviews)

Alley Pond Environmental Center

Nature preserve

Nature center promoting environmental education, with marshland trails, a windmill, snakes & birds.

4.70 (439 reviews)

Greenbelt Nature Center

Nature preserve

Hosting nature education programs, this space also features exhibits about the local greenbelt.

4.70 (275 reviews)

Mount Loretto Unique Area

Nature preserve

👍👍 One of the best parks on the island. Great for waking, running, biking, bird watching and even a picnic. There are even decent hiking trails that are short but pleasent. The views are great and it's very very well maintained. The only issue is that the parking lot is small and it gets busy on nice...

4.70 (261 reviews)

Hallett Nature Sanctuary

Nature preserve

Wooded area within the city's storied Central Park, offering trails, a pond & local bird species.

4.70 (223 reviews)

The Ravine

Nature preserve

A 90-acre, deciduous woodland & stream tucked into Central Park, inspired by the Adirondacks.

4.70 (100 reviews)

The Donald And Barbara Zucker Natural Exploration Area

Nature preserve

👍 Great place to have an event for kids! Like a natural playground! Needs a little care though! Great sunlight during the day the whole year!

4.70 (67 reviews)

Bloomingdale Park

Park

Wooded neighborhood park showcasing a dog run, a fitness path, a playground & other features.

4.60 (976 reviews)

Marine Park Salt Marsh Nature Trail

Hiking area

👍 Peaceful and relaxing park and trail. They have an information centre ) which was closed because of safety purpose during virus outbreak), a lot of bunches under the trees - that is really nice in hot and sunny summer days. If you come to opposite side of lake you can reach the beach (not good for s...

4.60 (644 reviews)

North Mount Loretto State Forest

Nature preserve

Sizable natural area with forests & wetlands, offering hiking, fishing & birdwatching opportunities.

4.60 (327 reviews)

Blue Heron Park

Park

👍👍 love this place, good hiking trails & many spots for relaxing/photography/video

4.60 (203 reviews)

Ridgewood Reservoir

Nature preserve

👍👍 Early morning walks/runs are great.

4.60 (157 reviews)

Kingsland Wildflowers Green Roof & Community Engagement Center

Nature preserve

👍👍 Nice area to become educated about Newtown Creek. Great work is being done here. Open to the public for visits. I believe appointments are needed.

4.60 (66 reviews)

Reed's Basket Willow Swamp Park

Nature preserve

👍👍 Nice light hiking trail with easy to find Yellow trail markers. However, the entrance is hard to find as it seems like it's in someone's backyard.

4.60 (52 reviews)

Pelham Bay Park

Park

New York City's largest park with riding trails, golf courses & Orchard Beach on Long Island Sound.

4.50 (9.3K reviews)

Seaside Wildlife Nature Park

Park

👍👍 Located at the base of Great Kills harbor this oval shaped park has scenic views of nearby Marina. Many benches and a walkway that leads to a tidal marsh. A smaller park also on site with swings , slides and climbing structures for children.

4.50 (460 reviews)

Udall's Cove Park Preserve

Nature preserve

This tranquil, marshy nature preserve area offers many wildlife viewing opportunities.

4.50 (106 reviews)

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Top rated Nature preserves in New York, United States