DISTANCE: Approximately 3.0 miles / 4.8 kilometers

LOCATION: Prospect Park, start at Grand Army Plaza under the Soldiers and Sailors Monument

BEST TIME TO RUN: Early morning or early evening. During the day, there is limited shade and lots of foot traffic.

HIGHLIGHTS:
Soldiers' and Sailors' Arch
Battle Pass Hill
The Boathouse
Endale Arch
Harry's Wall

TIP: Break away from the Manhattan hustle and enjoy this run through Prospect Park. Remember to stay in the isolated running lane as there are cyclists and pedestrians in the park, so stay alert. Go for a sunset run to catch a reflection of the boathouse in the water.

STRAVA: Prospect Park

New York Road Runners' programs in Prospect Park are presented in partnership with Prospect Park Alliance, the non-profit organization that sustains, restores, and advances Prospect Park for the benefit of the diverse communities that consider the park to be “Brooklyn’s backyard.” Visit prospectpark.org to learn more.

Points of Interest

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#1: Soldiers' and Sailors' Arch

#2: NYRR Group Training Meeting Spot

#3: Battle Pass Hill

#4: Dongan Oak

#5: Covered Bridge

#6: The Boathouse

#7: Camperdown Elm

#8: Clutched Bridge Span

#9: Harry's Wall

#10: Quaker Cemetery

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PROSPECT PARK

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