Crotona Park in the Bronx, a fixture in this community since 1888 when purchased by the city, offers a blend of wildlife and manmade structures that will pique the interest of any outdoor enthusiasts. Offering a lake that spans 3.3 acres, trails run along the lake offering romantic strolls while taking in the water views that showcase fish, ducks, and turtles. Crotona Park is also known for its potpourri of tree species said to be 28 in all. Its manmade structures include 20 hardcourt tennis courts, 11 playgrounds, five baseball/softball diamonds, and a 300-foot swimming pool. This majestic pool is the largest pool in the borough.

Crotona Park, 1700 Crotona Avenue, Bronx, NY, Phone: 212-639-9675