About the Greenbelt

The Staten Island Greenbelt
One of the largest and most beautiful all-urban parks in America

From atop Moses Mountain, visitors are rewarded with vista that stretches across the forest
to the sea beyond. Try to remember that you are still in New York City.

Staten Island holds in its heart 2,800 acres of nature's rugged beauty - The Greenbelt. Discover woodlands, wetlands and meadows; a wonderful place to observe nature's bounty while taking a break from the hustle and bustle of daily life. Opportunities for simple relaxation and contemplation abound for Staten Island residents and visitors.

Most of the Greenbelt is New York City park land featuring natural areas as well as traditional parks. LaTourette, Willowbrook and High Rock parks dot the Greenbelt's perimeter. Visitors can enjoy active recreation such as golf, archery, baseball, hiking, birdwatching in the W.T. Davis Wildlife Refuge, and enchanting carousel rides. The Greenbelt is the home of the Greenbelt Nature Center. The Greenbelt hosts environmental education programs, summer camp sessions, numerous events and concerts throughout the year.

Explore this site, or obtain a trail map to acquaint yourself with the Greenbelt. We look forward to seeing you in Staten Island's "great outdoors!"

About the Greenbelt Conservancy

Our mission:
To foster education about the Greenbelt and its environs,
promote public access and participation, and exercise prudent
stewardship of the Greenbelt's lands, facilities and endowment.

The Greenbelt Conservancy is a not-for-profit organization founded in 1989 that works in partnership with the New York City Department of Parks & Recreation to oversee the operation, administration and public use of the parkland of the Greenbelt, the largest of New York City's five flagship parks. The Conservancy is dedicated to promoting conservation of the Greenbelt, to increasing public awareness, support and enjoyment of the Greenbelt, and is responsible for the prudent management of its financial resources to benefit the Greenbelt. To this end, the Conservancy operates, oversees or holds in trust the Greenbelt native Plant Center Propagation Nursery and Demonstration Garden, the Carousel for All Children, the Greenbelt Environmental Education Department, a 32-mile trail system, and various public events and programs.

For more information about the Greenbelt and its mission,
please contact us by mail, or call us at 1-718-667-2165.