East Meadow
The East Meadow is a spacious, rolling meadow off Fifth Avenue. On pleasant days, Park visitors flock here for picnics, sunbathing, and games.
Families enjoy the East Meadow’s closeness to the Margaret L. Kempner Playground and Robert Bendheim Playground.
The East Meadow was originally intended to be an arboretum and still boasts some of the finest trees in Central Park. One magnificent American elm, designated an official “Great Tree of New York,” is believed to date back to the 1800s.
Things you can do here
Self-Guided Tours
Admiring the Open Landscapes
Find serenity in the north end of the Park as you pass by wide, bucolic meadows.
Self-Guided Tours
East Meadow Tree Walk
Spot numerous species of trees on this beautiful walk up the east side to Conservatory Garden.
Tags: Tree Walks
Daily Activities
Kite Flying
Looking to take advantage of a breezy day? Kite flying is allowed in Central Park on the large, open landscapes.