Pilgrim Hill

A little knoll that rises to the southwest of Conservatory Water, Pilgrim Hill takes its name from the bronze statue that sits atop its crest. Sculpted by John Quincy Adams Ward, The Pilgrim was gifted to Central Park by the New England Society in 1885.
 
Today, most Park visitors know Pilgrim Hill as one of the best sledding spots in New York City. After a large storm, hundreds of children and their parents flock to the hill, lured by a steep slope that gently descends to its finish. In the warmer months, it's a popular spot for picnicking and lounging.