The Reservoir
Written by VacationIdea.com Travel Editors.
The Reservoir in New York City's Central Park stretches from 85th to 96th Streets. It is best known for its spectacular views of New York and the running track that surrounds it. The track measures 1.58 miles in length and surrounds a 106-acre body of water. In the summer heat, the area around the Reservoir is often the coolest in the city.
Although the Reservoir no longer provides fresh water to Manhattan residents, it provides water to the Pool, Loch, and Harlem Meer in the northern part of the Park.
The Reservoir is a great place to spot birds. Sightings have included five different species of gulls and over 20 species of waterfowl, grebes, cormorants, and loons.
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Written By the Travel Editors at VacationIdea.com, Last Update: Dec 01, 2004