Are dogs allowed on Brooklyn Botanical Gardens?

Yes, dogs are allowed on Brooklyn Botanical Gardens but must be kept on a leash at all times. Pack out waste and respect wildlife.

Do I need a permit to hike Brooklyn Botanical Gardens?

No, Brooklyn Botanical Gardens does not currently require a permit. Still check for seasonal closures or day-use fees with the managing agency before heading out.

How difficult is Brooklyn Botanical Gardens?

Brooklyn Botanical Gardens is rated easy. It is 1.4 miles long with 217 feet of elevation gain. Difficulty ratings reflect a combination of distance, elevation gain, and terrain — your experience will depend on your fitness level and trail conditions.

Is Brooklyn Botanical Gardens suitable for kids?

Yes, Brooklyn Botanical Gardens is considered kid-friendly. As always with children, bring water and snacks, pace yourself, and watch for weather changes and wildlife.

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EasyLoop

New York

Brooklyn Botanical Gardens

New York City, New York

1.4 mi

Distance

217 ft

Elev. Gain

30m

Est. Time

Loop

Route Type

Easy

Difficulty

About This Trail

Brooklyn Botanic Garden (BBG) is a botanical garden in the borough of Brooklyn in New York City. The botanical garden occupies 52 acres (21 ha) in central Brooklyn, close to Mount Prospect Park, Prospect Park, and the Brooklyn Museum. Designed by the Olmsted Brothers, BBG holds over 14,000 taxa of plants and has over 800,000 visitors each year. It includes a number of specialty gardens, plant collections, and structures. BBG hosts numerous educational programs, plant-science and conservation, and community horticulture initiatives, in addition to a herbarium collection.

Source: Wikipedia — text licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Verify trail conditions and seasonal closures with the managing agency before you go.

Trail Conditions

Unknown

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Elevation Profile

Min:28 ft

Max:52 ft

66 ft

Trail Details

Route Type: Loop
Surface: Dirt

Official sources & verification

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Path geometry came from our pre-launch legacy database. Routes have not yet been re-verified against the operator and may differ from the actual trail.