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1. BoathouseAn Audubon natureeducation center and popular venue for events and weddings.

2. Children’s CornerEnjoy the 1912 Carousel andLefferts Historic House, an18th-century Dutch farmhouse museum, in season; and the Prospect Park Zoo year-round.

3. Zucker Natural Exploration AreaThis exploration areafeatures natural elements tostimulate the imagination.

4. Grand Army PlazaThis formal entrance to the Park features a year-round Saturday Greenmarket.

5. Picnic HouseA popular venue for weddings and events; a café is open in season.

6. Long MeadowA nearly mile-long greenspace for relaxation and recreation.

7. BandshellHome of Celebrate Brooklyn!.

Approved route for two-wheeled bikes, baby trailers and tag-a-longs.

Approved route for specialty bikes: Surrey, Double Surrey, Deuce Coupe, Chopper and Quad Sport

Approved boating area

Route Start and FinishSeasonal ice skating, roller skating, water play, boat and bike rentals,

and Bluestone Cafe, open year-round.

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To ensure everyone’s safe enjoyment of Prospect Park, please follow these rules and safety guidelines.

• Bicycling is permitted only on the Park Drives. Walk your bike on pedestrian paths.

• Cyclists must travel in a counterclockwise direction at all times. Speed limit is 25 miles per hour.

• Specialty Bikes must stay on orange route (see front map): leaving this route will terminate your rental

• Cyclists and skaters use the center lane, and can use the right lane to pass

• The far right lane is designated for motor vehicles.

• Bicycles must stop at red lights. Obey all traffic signals and road signs.

• Helmets are required for children 14 and under, and are suggested for everyone riding bikes or skating.

• Bicycles must be equipped with bells or similar warning devices, and have headlights, tail lights and reflectors after dark.

• There is a yellow emergency call box approximately every 1/5 mile on the Park Drive and at every vehicle exit.

• Reflective clothing is encouraged at night.

IN CASE OF EMERGENCY: CALL 718-462-0085

The Prospect Park Alliance partners with the City of New York to preserve and maintain Prospect Park. Explore the Park and learn about the latest news and events at prospectpark.org.