About
Hilltop 568-acre park around Lambert Castle, featuring rich bird life & trails with city views.
Visitors rate it highly — 4.7 out of 5 across 5,937 Google reviews.
No opening hours are published for this listing, which usually points to dawn-to-dusk access — worth confirming before a long trip. Parking is the easy part: a free lot, a paid lot and free street parking. And if it does not suit, 3 more national parks in New York are listed further down this page.
The quick take
Drawn from this listing's ratings, amenities, hours and how it stacks up against other national parks in New York.
What works
Consistently well reviewed
4.7 stars held across 5,937 reviews is not a fluke — people keep going back.
A genuine local landmark
5,937 reviews is the kind of number a place only reaches when the whole city knows it.
Dogs welcome
Listed as dog-friendly — bring the leash and waste bags anyway.
Works with kids
Flagged as family-friendly, which usually means room to run and somewhere for the adults to sit.
Free parking
A free lot and free street parking — one less thing to pay for, though paid options sit alongside it.
Worth knowing first
Hours are not published
Google lists no opening times for this one. Daylight hours are the safe assumption.
Popular enough to be busy
5,937 reviews cuts both ways. Weekend afternoons draw a crowd, so go early or go midweek if you want it quiet.
Planning a visit
General guidance for national parks, adjusted for what this listing records.
What to expect
Protected land at a scale that rewards a full day rather than a quick stop.
A good fit for travellers planning a day around one big landscape.
When to go
Arrive before mid-morning in peak season — visitor centres and the popular pullouts fill first.
What to bring
- Entrance pass or payment
- Food and water for the day
- Offline maps
- Leash and waste bags
Amenities
Common questions about Garret Mountain Reservation
What is Garret Mountain Reservation?
Hilltop 568-acre park around Lambert Castle, featuring rich bird life & trails with city views. It is a national park in New York, NY, at 8 Mountain Ave.
What are the opening hours at Garret Mountain Reservation?
No opening hours are published for Garret Mountain Reservation. Public spaces like this are commonly open from dawn to dusk, but confirm with the listed number, (973) 881-4833, before travelling.
Are dogs allowed at Garret Mountain Reservation?
Yes — Garret Mountain Reservation is listed as dog-friendly. Leash rules still vary from area to area, so watch for posted signs.
Is there parking at Garret Mountain Reservation?
Parking options here include a free lot, a paid lot and free street parking.
Is Garret Mountain Reservation good for kids?
Yes — Garret Mountain Reservation is flagged as family-friendly.
How is Garret Mountain Reservation rated?
Garret Mountain Reservation holds 4.7 out of 5 stars from 5,937 Google reviews.
What else is nearby?
New York has 3 other national parks listed on AllParx, including Gateway National Recreation Area (Jamaica Bay Unit), Paterson Great Falls National Historical Park and Nailed By Dreaa.
More National Parks in New York
National Park4.6Gateway National Recreation Area (Jamaica Bay Unit)
New York, NY · Broad Channel, NY 11693, USA
National Park4.5Paterson Great Falls National Historical Park
New York, NY · 72 McBride Ave Ext, Paterson, NJ 07501, USA
National ParkNailed By Dreaa
New York, NY · 145 W 142nd St, New York, NY 10030, USA