Roberto Clemente State Park is a 25-acre waterfront park along the Harlem River in the Bronx, and the first urban state park built in New York City. This guide covers opening hours, ticket prices, transport and parking, accessibility, and practical visitor tips.
This guide was updated in July 2026. One detail worth flagging: pets aren’t allowed anywhere in the park, contradicting some other guides that describe leashed dogs as permitted in designated areas.
Quick facts
| Opening hours | Daily 8am–8:30pm; indoor areas 11am–7pm on holidays |
| Ticket prices | Free entry; pool $1–$2, fitness centre day pass $5 |
| Address | 301 West Tremont Avenue, Bronx, New York 10453 |
| Nearest transport/parking | Bx18, Bx40, Bx42 buses; Metro-North Morris Heights station nearby |
| Typical time needed | 1–3 hours, longer with the pool or fitness centre |
Roberto Clemente State Park opening hours
Roberto Clemente State Park is open daily, year-round, from 8am to 8:30pm. On federal holidays, indoor areas keep shorter hours, from 11am to 7pm.
The outdoor pool complex runs a separate summer schedule, open from 4 July to 7 September 2026, with two daily swim sessions: 10am to 1:30pm and 2:30pm to 6pm (ticket sales stop an hour before each session ends, or earlier if the pool reaches capacity). The fitness centre keeps its own hours, 8:30am to 8:30pm Monday to Saturday and 8:30am to 6pm on Sunday.
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Roberto Clemente State Park ticket prices
There is no fee to enter Roberto Clemente State Park. Charges apply only for specific facilities.
Pool admission costs $1 for ages 5 to 14 and $2 for ages 15 and over; children 4 and under swim free. Fitness centre access costs $5 for a day pass, or $35 for three months and $125 for an annual membership.
Fitness centre fees are payable by money order only, according to the official site; it’s worth calling ahead to confirm accepted payment methods for the pool and other facilities.
Field and room rentals cost extra: baseball field rental runs $75 by day or $125 at night, and the riverfront meeting room costs $80 an hour.
Opening hours and fees were checked on the official Roberto Clemente State Park page and last updated in July 2026.
How to get to Roberto Clemente State Park
By car, take the Major Deegan Expressway (I-87) to exit 7 and follow signs for West Tremont Avenue; the park entrance is on the Harlem River waterfront.
By bus, the Bx18, Bx40, and Bx42 all stop at River Park Towers and the Roberto Clemente State Park Bridge; from there, walk down the ramp into the park. By subway, take the 4 train to Burnside Avenue and transfer to the westbound Bx40, or the D train to 170th Street and transfer to the westbound Bx18. Metro-North’s Hudson Line also stops nearby at Morris Heights station.
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Parking at Roberto Clemente State Park
On-site parking is available, though it can fill up on busy summer weekends, so it’s worth arriving early and confirming current parking arrangements with the park office if driving.
How long to spend at Roberto Clemente State Park
A stroll along the waterfront promenade or a visit to the playgrounds typically takes an hour or so. Visitors using the pool, fitness centre, or sports fields often spend a half day or more, especially during the summer swim season.
Accessibility at Roberto Clemente State Park
Roberto Clemente State Park was designed from the outset to serve seniors and visitors with disabilities alongside families, according to the park’s own description, and its promenade and main paths are paved.
The park doesn’t publish a detailed accessibility guide, so it’s worth contacting the park office in advance for specific questions about wheelchair access to the pool, gym, or particular facilities.
Inside Roberto Clemente State Park: what to see
The waterfront promenade runs along the Harlem River, offering river views and connecting the park’s main areas.
The Olympic-size pool complex operates each summer, with a separate splash area for younger children.
The multi-purpose recreation building houses a gymnasium, fitness centre, and community rooms.
Ball fields and courts, including a baseball field, tee ball field, basketball courts, and a multipurpose field, host both drop-in play and organised leagues.
A seven-foot bronze statue of Roberto Clemente honours the baseball player the park is named after.
Practical visitor tips
| Topic | Tip |
|---|---|
| Timing | Visit on a weekday if possible, since summer weekends draw the biggest crowds to the pool. |
| Crowds | Pool sessions can reach capacity and stop selling tickets early, so arrive close to opening. |
| Layout | Enter near West Tremont Avenue and follow the promenade to reach the pool and playgrounds. |
| Entry process | Bring a money order if you plan to pay for fitness centre access, and confirm payment options ahead for the pool. |
| On-site logistics | Leave pets at home, since they aren’t allowed anywhere in the park. |
Frequently asked questions about Roberto Clemente State Park
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Is Roberto Clemente State Park free to visit? | Yes, entry to the park is free; only specific facilities like the pool charge a fee. |
| Do you need to book tickets in advance? | No, though picnic areas and rentals need a permit arranged ahead of time. |
| Is Roberto Clemente State Park open on Sundays? | Yes, it’s open daily, including Sundays, from 8am to 8:30pm. |
| Are dogs allowed at Roberto Clemente State Park? | No, pets of any kind aren’t permitted anywhere in the park. |
| Is there a fee to use the pool? | Yes, $1 for ages 5 to 14 and $2 for ages 15 and over; children 4 and under are free. |
Things to do near Roberto Clemente State Park
Yankee Stadium, home of the New York Yankees, is just south of the park.
The New York Botanical Garden, a large botanical garden with a historic conservatory, is about 20 minutes away.
The Bronx Zoo, one of the largest metropolitan zoos in the US, is about 20 minutes away.
The Hall of Fame for Great Americans, an outdoor colonnade of bronze busts at Bronx Community College, is about 10 minutes away.
Highbridge Park, reached via the pedestrian High Bridge across the Harlem River, is about 15 minutes away.
What to visit tomorrow
Riverbank State Park in Manhattan, an elevated waterfront park with an Olympic pool, is about 30 minutes away.
Shirley Chisholm State Park in Brooklyn, a waterfront park with sweeping harbour views, is about 1 hour away.
Liberty State Park in Jersey City, a waterfront park facing the Statue of Liberty, is about 45 minutes away.
Jacob Riis Park in Queens, a historic beach and bathhouse on the Rockaway peninsula, is about 1 hour away.
Sunken Meadow State Park on Long Island, a waterfront park with a boardwalk and pool, is about 1 hour 30 minutes away.
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