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Central Park Woodland Walk: The North Woods

Central Park Conservancy Official Tours · Central Park, Manhattan, New York City

90-minute, 0.85-mile guided walk through Central Park's North Woods, starting at the Charles A. Dana Discovery Center and continuing past the Davis Center. Conservancy guides explain how this recreated woodland - dense plantings, rock outcrops, and rolling hills echoing the Catskills and Adirondacks - is carefully managed and draws wildlife from across the city.

Central Park Woodland Walk: The North Woods is a club open to all levels, held at Central Park Conservancy Official Tours in New York City, NY. It costs $20 ($20 per person; 20% off for Central Park Conservancy members). The class runs as a series of sessions. Schedule: Select dates, typically 10:00 AM (e.g., Friday/Sunday dates in October); check the tours calendar. Check Central Park Conservancy Official Tours's site for the latest availability and booking.

Price$20 ($20 per person; 20% off for Central Park Conservancy members)

Duration1h 30m

ScheduleSelect dates, typically 10:00 AM (e.g., Friday/Sunday dates in October); check the tours calendar

MaterialsNot included — see price note

Best forNature lovers; terrain includes steep inclines and uneven trails (rated inaccessible)

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Activity	Walking Clubs
Class	Central Park Woodland Walk: The North Woods
Level	All levels
Duration	1h 30m
Price	$20 ($20 per person; 20% off for Central Park Conservancy members)
Frequency	Series
Schedule	Select dates, typically 10:00 AM (e.g., Friday/Sunday dates in October); check the tours calendar
Location	Central Park Conservancy Official Tours, New York City NY
Provider	Central Park Conservancy Official Tours
Booking	Available — see booking link

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Prices and schedules change. Please confirm current details with Central Park Conservancy Official Tours before booking.

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Do walking clubs cost money in New York City?

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Do I need to register in advance?

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What pace and distance should I expect?

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What should I bring to a group walk?

Wear shoes you've already broken in and bring water. For longer trail walks the organiser's page lists anything else to carry — layers are useful because most groups walk rain or shine.

Are walking clubs beginner-friendly?

Almost all of them. Leaders usually introduce newcomers to the group, and pace-specific walks say so in the listing — you won't be left behind on a general club walk.