National Parks of New York Harbor

About National Parks of New York Harbor

These 12 sites preserve more than 400 years of American history! We invite you to explore the past and investigate its relevance in our lives today. From the birth of American democracy to the evolution of commerce, harbor defense, ecology and immigration, the breadth of themes commemorated through the National Parks of New York Harbor reflect the richness and diversity of our heritage.

How to Get There

For specific directions to each of the twelve national parks in New York Harbor please check their webpages. To get to our offices at Federal Hall National Memorial, please use the rear entrance located at 15 Pine Street, near the intersection of Pine Street and Nassau Street. This entrance is wheelchair accessible. The main entrance of Federal Hall located at 26 Wall Street is closed due to construction. it is highly recommended that all visitors use mass transit when traveling in NYC.

Plan Your Visit to National Parks of New York Harbor

Heading to National Parks of New York Harbor? A few things to know before you go:

• Reservations: popular sites fill up fast — check Recreation.gov 6 months in advance
• Fees: day-use and camping fees vary; check current rates on the official park page
• Trash & pack-out: follow Leave No Trace principles
• Wildlife: store food in bear boxes where provided; never feed wildlife
• Weather: the 5-day forecast above is updated every 6 hours; verify just before you go

References & Official Resources

• Official Recreation.gov page
• View on OpenStreetMap
• Driving directions (Google Maps)