Outdoor Adventures Guide: Hiking, Camping, Kayaking & More around NYC

Find the best places to go hiking, tubing, camping, zip lining, kayaking, canoeing and more in and around New York City.
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Spotlight Outdoors Fun in NYC
CityPickle has opened up 14 pickleball courts spread across Wollman Rink for the spring, summer, and early fall.
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Visiting CityPickle at Wollman Rink with Kids: NYC's New Pickleball Destination
Grab a picnic and head to Owl's Head Park for the lush green grass! Photo courtesy of NYC Parks
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The Pier 2 Roller Rink is great for both daring speed seekers and beginners. Photo by Diana Kim
Roller Skating in NYC for Kids and Families
Bear Mountain State Park offers a variety of easy hikes near NYC perfect for kids. Photo courtesy of Bear Mountain
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Hester Street Playground. Photo by Jody Mercier
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Climb on platforms dangling from ropes at Hester Street Playground. Photo by Jody Mercier
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Apple picking in Connecticut is a great family activity, with wonderful photo ops, outdoor fun, and delicious treats. Photo courtesy of Holmberg Orchards & Winery
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It's the season for apple picking throughout Connecticut.
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Fill your baskets with delicious treats when berry picking and peach picking at Connecticut farms. Photo courtesy of Belltown Hill Orchards
Berry Picking and Peach Picking at Connecticut Farms
It's easy (and delicious) pickings at these PYO fruit farms this summer.
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You definitely won't feel uncomfortable while camping at Westgate River Ranch Resort.
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Bring an explosion of color to your driveway with this homemade fizzy sidewalk chalk paint. Photo by author Liz Baill
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Fizzy Chalk Fireworks: The Science of Homemade Fizzy Sidewalk Chalk Paint
Step up your sidewalk chalk game by making it crackle and fizz.
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Beat the summer heat at the best splash pads, splash parks, and water playgrounds in Connecticut! Chesley Splashpad photo courtesy of TLB Architecture
Best Splash Pads, Splash Parks, and Water Playgrounds in Connecticut
Cool off at these splash pads and sprinkler parks around CT.
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Grab the swimsuits and sunscreen and take the kids to the best outdoor waterparks in New England for family fun! Photo courtesy of Water Wizz in Wareham MA.
Best Outdoor Water Parks in New England for Family Fun
Cool off with slides, wave pools, and more at these nearby water parks.
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