Hudson River Park Pier 64

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Last Updated: December 4, 2025

Hudson River Park Pier 64 is a popular recreational destination located in New York City, not New Jersey.


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Summary

Situated on the west side of Manhattan along the Hudson River, the park spans over 550 acres and features a variety of attractions and activities for visitors of all ages.

Some good reasons to visit Hudson River Park Pier 64 include its stunning waterfront views, lush greenery, and diverse lineup of events and activities throughout the year. Visitors can explore the park's gardens and wildlife habitats, take a stroll or bike ride along the river, or participate in organized sports and fitness classes.

Specific points of interest at Hudson River Park Pier 64 include the Chelsea Grasslands, where visitors can observe a range of native flora and fauna, and the Chelsea Piers Sports & Entertainment Complex, which offers year-round sports and recreational programming for all ages and skill levels.

Interesting facts about the park include its role in the revitalization of the Hudson River waterfront in the 1990s, as well as its continued commitment to sustainability and environmental stewardship.

The best time of year to visit Hudson River Park Pier 64 depends on visitors' interests and preferences. Spring and summer offer the most temperate weather and a wide range of outdoor events and activities, while fall and winter provide a quieter, more reflective atmosphere and opportunities for seasonal sports and recreation. Regardless of the season, visitors to Hudson River Park Pier 64 are sure to find plenty of reasons to return again and again.

       

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Park & Land Designation Reference

National Park
Large protected natural areas managed by the federal government to preserve significant landscapes, ecosystems, and cultural resources; recreation is allowed but conservation is the priority.
State Park
Public natural or recreational areas managed by a state government, typically smaller than national parks and focused on regional natural features, recreation, and education.
Local Park
Community-level parks managed by cities or counties, emphasizing recreation, playgrounds, sports, and green space close to populated areas.
Wilderness Area
The highest level of land protection in the U.S.; designated areas where nature is left essentially untouched, with no roads, structures, or motorized access permitted.
National Recreation Area
Areas set aside primarily for outdoor recreation (boating, hiking, fishing), often around reservoirs, rivers, or scenic landscapes; may allow more development.
National Conservation Area (BLM)
BLM-managed areas with special ecological, cultural, or scientific value; more protection than typical BLM land but less strict than Wilderness Areas.
State Forest
State-managed forests focused on habitat, watershed, recreation, and sustainable timber harvest.
National Forest
Federally managed lands focused on multiple use—recreation, wildlife habitat, watershed protection, and resource extraction (like timber)—unlike the stricter protections of national parks.
Wilderness
A protected area set aside to conserve specific resources—such as wildlife, habitats, or scientific features—with regulations varying widely depending on the managing agency and purpose.
Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Land
Vast federal lands managed for mixed use—recreation, grazing, mining, conservation—with fewer restrictions than national parks or forests.
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