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Harlem Meer

East Harlem

Dutch-named "Meer" means lake, and this 11-acre shimmer at Central Park's northeast corner lives up to it: fishing poles, heron sightings, and a year-round recreation center that switches from pool to ice rink with the seasons.

tranquil waterside setting
catch-and-release fishing
wildlife watching
family-friendly

Tips

🌿"the ideal balance between nature and city" (Revolutionary Tours NYC)
🦢"If you're lucky you'll see an Egret or Heron"
🎣free fishing poles & bait for kids 5–15

Harlem Meer

Harlem Meer, New York, NY 10029, USA

Free

Upcoming at Harlem Meer

Tuesday, Jun 16
Sunset Yoga

Sunset Yoga

June 16 at 5:30pm

Unwind with lakeside yoga at Harlem Meer every Tuesday evening. This slow, restorative class focuses on seated stretches to build flexibility and melt away desk tension.

Saturday, Oct 31
Halloween Celebration on the Harlem Meer

Halloween Celebration on the Harlem Meer

October 31

Watch hand-carved pumpkins glow as they drift across the Harlem Meer at this charming Halloween tradition. It's festive autumn magic without the fright, perfect for little ones and anyone who loves a good jack-o'-lantern.

Pumpkin Flotilla

Pumpkin Flotilla

October 31 at 12pm

Watch hundreds of hand-carved jack-o'-lanterns sail across the Harlem Meer at twilight. Bring your own soccer ball-sized pumpkin to carve on-site, then send it floating into the glowing flotilla. Costumes encouraged.

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