The Gill
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The Gill is a stream that winds its way through the Ramble, the most well-known of the Park’s woodland landscapes.
Although it looks natural, like most of the Ramble, it’s man-made. The water originates from a pipe hidden under a rocky ledge near the center of the Ramble, flows into Azalea Pond, and meanders down the hill before ending in a small cascade and emptying into the Lake. Several rustic bridges cross the stream and provide places to pause and enjoy the scenery.
![An alert hawk is perched on a branch midstream in the Gill.](https://s3.amazonaws.com/assets.centralparknyc.org/media/images/_1650x990_crop_center-center_none/Ramble_Hawk_20201105_1947.jpg)
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Help us care for the Park’s water bodies. The Conservancy’s work keeps them healthy and benefits the wildlife that depend on them.
Things you can do here
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Tours
Central Park Woodland Walk: The Ramble
11:00 amIn this nature walk, Conservancy guides will lead you on an immersive exploration of the Ramble: a delightfully serene woodland just steps away from the Park’s west side entrances.
Tags: Art & Architecture / Plants and Trees
![A deeply-shadowed rustic path through the Ramble](https://s3.amazonaws.com/assets.centralparknyc.org/media/images/_1650x1238_crop_center-center_none/TheRamble-TheLake-06237.jpg)
Self-Guided Tours
The Ramble Self-Guided Tour
Wander through the naturalistic beauty of the Ramble, the most intricate and detailed landscape in Central Park.
Tags: History / Art & Architecture / Plants and Trees
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![A small waterfall in the Ramble](https://s3.amazonaws.com/assets.centralparknyc.org/media/images/_1650x1238_crop_center-center_none/Improving-Central-Park-in-2017.jpg)
Restoration and Maintenance
A Look Back: Improving Central Park in 2017
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Park Information
A Reflection of Nature Itself: The Different Landscapes of Central Park
Central Park is made up of a variety of landscapes that are diverse, intricate, and interconnected—just like the communities of Park-lovers who enjoy them.
Tags: Trees / Nature Lovers / Lawns / Landscapes
![Light streams throught the dense branches of the Ramble](https://s3.amazonaws.com/assets.centralparknyc.org/media/images/_1650x1238_crop_center-center_none/TheRamble-20191106-09369.jpg)
Things to See and Do
The Ramble: ‘A Sense of Mystery’ Across 36 Acres
The Ramble is the landscape that most embodies Central Park’s enduring purpose as an urban oasis.
Tags: Park Design / History / Nature Lovers / Park Experts