The Ramble.

In an effort to provide respite from city living, the Ramble was designed to feel like an authentic Adirondacks forest from upstate New York. The 36-acre woodland is full of meandering paths, rustic bridges, rock formations, peaceful streams and plenty of shady seating areas. The best way to explore the Ramble is to get lost in its thick canopy of fragrances and birdsong.

My advice The Ramble is the best spot in Central Park for birding, especially during migrating season (spring and fall) when more than 210 species of birds can be seen in the area.

The Ramble feels like Narnia in the sense that you completely forget you’re within city limits, roaming through this special place feels like stepping foot into a real forest. This densely-forested 36-acre woodland is filled with streams, ponds, winding paths, rustic bridges and hilly terrain. Olmsted described the Ramble as a “wild garden.”

So imagine this area during the fall months! The winding paths and thick canopies of bright fall leaves transport you to the Adirondacks, just as intended. Explore the area and see if you can’t find the Azalea Pond and/or the Ramble Stone Arch.