Recreation

Exercise Course

An outdoor fitness trail with exercise stations located along the Central Park East perimeter path.

The Exercise Course provides a series of outdoor fitness stations spaced along the paved trail surrounding Central Park East. Equipment includes pull-up bars, balance elements, stretching stations, and bodyweight exercise equipment designed for self-guided workouts. Whether you're adding strength training to a walk or simply looking for a place to stretch, the course offers a convenient way to exercise while enjoying the park.

Visitor details

Hours
5am - 10pm
Side of the park
East
Parking
The course technically begins just south of Park Bench Cafe, so that lot would be closest, but you can park and start anywhere really.
Accessibility
Not great for wheelchair users, the stations are in rough dirt or grass.

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Last checked: August 2, 2026

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