Hiking · Coastal forest · Pelham Bay Park, Bronx

Kazimiroff Nature Trail on Hunter Island

A self-guided loop around Hunter Island through coastal forest, rocky shoreline, and bird habitat inside New York City's largest park.

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Pelham Bay Park aerial view
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Time needed
0.8–1.3 hrs
Distance
1.24 mi
Difficulty
Easy
Cost
Free
Booking
Not needed
Where
New York City

What it is

A self-guided loop around Hunter Island through coastal forest, rocky shoreline, and bird habitat inside New York City's largest park.

  • LocationPelham Bay Park, Bronx
  • ActivityHiking · Coastal forest
  • DifficultyEasy
  • CostFree
  • BookingNot required
  • Best seasonSpring and fall for migration; year-round for walking

Conditions and cautions

The Pelham Bay Nature Center may have separate operating restrictions; the trail is an outdoor self-guided route.

Plan your visit

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