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Central Park South loop from 59th Street–Columbus Circle

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United States
New York
New York County

Central Park South loop from 59th Street–Columbus Circle

Moderate

4.5

(1856)

11,595

hikers

Central Park South loop from 59th Street–Columbus Circle

03:03

11.7km

80m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: June 8, 2026

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Temporary access restrictions

Includes segments with temporary access restrictions.

After 213 m for 512 m

Closed: • 1:00 AM-6:00 AM (otherwise open)

After 1.51 km for 423 m

Closed: • 1:00 AM-6:00 AM (otherwise open)

After 2.95 km for 443 m

Closed: • 1:00 AM-6:00 AM (otherwise open)

After 4.48 km for 249 m

Closed: • 1:00 AM-6:00 AM (otherwise open)

After 5.55 km for 201 m

Closed: • 1:00 AM-6:00 AM (otherwise open)

After 6.26 km for 359 m

Closed: • 1:00 AM-6:00 AM (otherwise open)

After 6.78 km for 700 m

Closed: • 1:00 AM-6:00 AM (otherwise open)

After 8.45 km for 376 m

Closed: • 1:00 AM-6:00 AM (otherwise open)

After 11.3 km for 163 m

Closed: • 1:00 AM-6:00 AM (otherwise open)

Waypoints

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Start point

Train Station

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518 m

Central Park South

Highlight • Forest

Add park ok, but not too outstanding. Nevertheless after walking in between cars and steel/concrete towers for a day being in the green feels almost like a mini vacation already.

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2

1.04 km

Great view to Manhattan Midtown

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I can only confirm this beautiful view! Thumbs up !

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1.34 km

Super cool park!!!

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2.22 km

The Angel of the Waters by Emma Stebbins (1815-1882) was erected as a memorial to the construction of the Croton Aqueduct in New York's Central Park. The bronze statue stands …

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3.56 km

One-way traffic for joggers, otherwise there will be chaos on the weekend with the countless visitors

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8.19 km

Even in winter it is a very nice place to escape the hustle and bustle of the big city.

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8.95 km

The Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis Reservoir is Central Park's largest body of water, spanning 106 acres between 86th and 96th Streets. It is a popular spot for joggers and walkers due …

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10.0 km

Great view of the park and skyline.

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11.7 km

End point

Train Station

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Way Types & Surfaces

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11.0 km

259 m

253 m

< 100 m

< 100 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

4.10 km

3.69 km

3.44 km

232 m

130 m

< 100 m

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Comments

February 27, 2025,Central Park Hike 2025-02-27
I went from biking to hiking. 😂 This was my first hike around Central Park. It was a nice warm day so it was a great day to go for a hike.
What a cool mega park!! You can really make miles here. What a space you experience here (and peace...🥰).
Lots to see of flora & fauna, streams, small waterfall, lakes, multiple statues, fountains, Belvedere castle, Bethesda's terrace and fountain, Cleopatra's Needle..., etc.
At least 50 squirrels seen and multiple turtles! Blossoms & tulips still partly in bloom.
Special that there …

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