Center Drive, Central Park – General Sherman Memorial loop from 5th Avenue–53rd Street

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Center Drive, Central Park – General Sherman Memorial loop from 5th Avenue–53rd Street

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12,412

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Center Drive, Central Park – General Sherman Memorial loop from 5th Avenue–53rd Street

00:54

8.66km

40m

Running

Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 27, 2026

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Temporary access restrictions

Includes segments with temporary access restrictions.

After 5.79 km for 1.02 km

Closed: • 1:00 AM-6:00 AM (otherwise open)

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Highlight • Monument

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Highlight • Monument

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Highlight • Viewpoint

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8.12 km

General Sherman Memorial

Highlight • Monument

Start of Central Park and perfect starting point for a walk through the park.

Avoid the hot dog stands, the prices here are almost twice as high as in the rest of the park!

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