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A Secluded Escape

In the heart of the bustling city, there's a four-acre woodland that feels like a secret. Hallett Nature Sanctuary, located in the southeastern corner of Central Park, was actuall…

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In the heart of the bustling city, there's a four-acre woodland that feels like a secret. Hallett Nature Sanctuary, located in the southeastern corner of Central Park, was actually closed to the public for decades, from 1934 until recently. It was designated as a bird sanctuary, intended to remain undisturbed.

Today, you can wander along rustic trails and find quiet sitting areas near the Pond, watching up to 210 species of migrating birds. It's a nature-immersive spot that feels completely detached from the surrounding skyscrapers. For anyone needing a quiet moment of connection away from the crowds, this secluded hill is the perfect place to simply breathe and be still.

Updated June 2026