Central Park · Running route

Central Park Reservoir Running Route

Distance
1.58 mi
Route
Reservoir running track
Area
Central Park
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Central Park Reservoir Park Mile medal

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The Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis Reservoir is the most famous running track in New York: a soft, flat 1.58-mile path around the water, with the skyline reflected in it.

The route

  • Distance: 1.58 miles around the Reservoir.
  • Terrain: flat, soft cinder track — easy on the legs.
  • Access: several entrances between 86th and 96th Streets.

Tips

  • Runners go counter-clockwise; walking is allowed but running is the tradition.
  • Two laps is a nice 5K.
  • Sunrise and sunset views over the water are unbeatable.

How to unlock the Central Park Reservoir medal

  1. Run the route above — any pace counts, walk breaks included.
  2. Copy your Strava activity link (or a link to a screenshot of your watch or phone).
  3. Submit it on the Park Mile Passport page. Once approved, the Central Park Reservoir medal unlocks in your passport. It's free.

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