Bennett Park

Bennett Park is a green space in Washington Heights between Pinehurst and Fort Washington Avenues with walking paths, seating areas, and open grass. The park provides a place where neighbors can stroll and spend time outdoors in their neighborhood.

The land was acquired by newspaper publisher James Gordon Bennett Sr. in 1871 and opened to the public in 1929. The site holds connections to the Revolutionary War period through a monument on its grounds.

Named after newspaper publisher James Gordon Bennett Sr., who acquired the land in the 1800s, the park serves as a quiet gathering place where neighbors walk and rest on benches.

The park can be reached through the northern entrance along Fort Washington Avenue near the 181st Street subway station. Walking is straightforward, and visitors can easily explore the area on foot before or after their visit.

The western section shows a natural rock outcropping of schist that marks one of the highest natural elevations in the city. This exposed bedrock offers a rare glimpse into Manhattan's geological foundation.

Location: Manhattan

Inception: 1929

GPS coordinates: 40.85278,-73.93806

Latest update: December 8, 2025 19:56