Location:
Henry Hudson Memorial Park is located in South Riverdale by the Henry Hudson Monument on Independence Avenue near the junction of West 227th Street.
Henry Hudson Memorial Park is a small playground. It is a nearly enclosed playground. Henry Hudson Memorial Park is aimed at toddlers and preschoolers.
Swing equipment:
Henry Hudson Memorial Park has two swings: one full bucket molded plastic infant swing and one full bucket cross leather infant swing.
Climbing equipment:
There is one climbing frame at the Henry Hudson Memorial Park and it is wooden. There are openings in the climbing frame so children may fall off. The climbing frame is designed for ages 5-8.
The climbing frame has two sets of seven steps; a five-foot high double straight slide; a three-foot ramp about 45 to 90 degree gradient;
a two-step vertical ladder; and a three-step vertical ladder.
NOTE: None of the equipment is wheelchair accessible or meets ADA guidelines.
Sandbox:
Henry Hudson Memorial Park does not have a sandbox.
Shading and park surface:
Henry Hudson Memorial Park has about 90% shade. Henry Hudson Memorial Park has a black spongy rubber surface that covers the playground.
Facilities:
Henry Hudson Memorial Park has plenty of park benches, but no sprinklers, water fountains, or restrooms. There are water fountains near the Monument though, which are located a few feet from the park.
The closest restrooms are located at the upper Henry Hudson park a few hundred yards away on Kappock Street near the junction of Independence Avenue.
Local features:
Henry Hudson Memorial Park is a good alternative playground to the popular or larger playgrounds. It is usually quieter than other playgrounds in the area.
