The Gill

The Gill is a stream that winds its way through the Ramble, the most well-known of the Park’s woodland landscapes.

Although it looks natural, like most of the Ramble, it’s man-made. The water originates from a pipe hidden under a rocky ledge near the center of the Ramble, flows into Azalea Pond, and meanders down the hill before ending in a small cascade and emptying into the Lake. Several rustic bridges cross the stream and provide places to pause and enjoy the scenery.

An alert hawk is perched on a branch midstream in the Gill.

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Things you can do here

  • Tours

    Central Park Woodland Walk: The Ramble

    2:00 pm

    In this nature walk, Conservancy guides will lead you on an immersive exploration of the Ramble: a delightfully serene woodland just steps away from the Park’s west side entrances.

    Tags: Art & Architecture / Plants and Trees

  • Self-Guided Tours

    The Ramble Self-Guided Tour

    Wander through the naturalistic beauty of the Ramble, the most intricate and detailed landscape in Central Park.

    Tags: History / Art & Architecture / Plants and Trees

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    From renovating your favorite landscapes to reconstructing historic elements you may have never seen before, we continue to enhance the Park for today’s (and tomorrow’s) visitors.

  • Park Information

    A Reflection of Nature Itself: The Different Landscapes of Central Park

    Central Park is made up of a variety of landscapes that are diverse, intricate, and interconnected—just like the communities of Park-lovers who enjoy them.

    Tags: Trees / Nature Lovers / Lawns / Landscapes

  • Things to See and Do

    The Ramble: ‘A Sense of Mystery’ Across 36 Acres

    The Ramble is the landscape that most embodies Central Park’s enduring purpose as an urban oasis.

    Tags: Park Design / History / Nature Lovers / Park Experts