In Upper Manhattan’s Washington Heights neighborhood, Fort Washington Park offers visitors 160 acres of expansive space including views of the George Washington Bridge and New Jersey Palisades. The park features a Little Red Lighthouse, the only lighthouse in Manhattan, which served as the Palisades and Hudson River’s lookout spot. The park has an array of amenities to help visitors enjoy their time here, like designated barbecue areas. The barbecue areas are meant for smaller groups, a party of more than 20 requires a special events permit. The park also has dog-friendly areas, baseball/softball fields, handball, basketball, and tennis courts, plus playgrounds.

Fort Washington Park, Hudson River Greenway, New York, NY, Phone: 212-639-9675