The first thing the girls and I noticed about the park was how
quiet it was. I'm not sure if it was the time of day (mid-afternoon, for approx. two hours) or the way the park is stationed on a hill, but whatever the case, this park came equipped with a calm feel. Made mostly out of wood and concrete, this playground is a series of forts, pyramids, and walls. The girls and I played pirates, hiding in various bunkers and meeting at the river for "Aaaarrrgh" exchanges. Be cautious of the pyramids, because most of the equipment is covered in sand they can get pretty slippery. Poor Annie needed a band-aid after a bad fall up the wooden pyramid steps. Also, be aware of the wandering tourists. Because this park is so close to Tavern on the Green and Columbus Circle many tourists stop in with their children (to take pictures) or by themselves (to see what an NYC kid looks like).
Highlights
• Kid-Sized Fountain • Running River
Lowlights
• Sand all over makes it slippery
• No Trashcans
What It's Got
• 2 Pyramids (1 Stone, 1 Wood) • Various Level Pull-Up Bars • Shower Sprinkler (Surrounded by Stone Steps) • 6 Slides • Running River • Mini Pool (At End of River) • Sand and Hard Rubber Ground •
Kid-Sized Fountain
What Parents/Nannies Should Know
• Shade around the edges • Plenty of Benches • 1 Entrance • Closest bathroom at the old
Tavern On the Green, roughly a three minute trip
What's Nearby
• Tavern on the Green, now home to various food vendors
Ratings (Out of 5)
Sarah:
Lexi:
Annie:
Be cautious of the pyramids, because most of the equipment.
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