African Burial Ground National Monument
Fast Facts
Location: NY
Entrance Fee: Varies (Check NPS)
Best Season: Year-round (Varies)
Avg. Temps: Varies
Nearest Airport: Check Nearby
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Located on Manhattan's Lower East Side, the African Burial Ground is a poignant testament to the rich yet troubled history of New York City. As the largest and oldest known excavated burial ground for both free and enslaved Africans in North America, it stands as a powerful reminder of the profound impact of slavery on the city's early development.
Park Overview
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Top Hikes
- Iconic Summit TrailDifficulty: Strenuous • Distance: 8 miles round trip
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- Waterfall LoopDifficulty: Moderate • Distance: 3 miles loop
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- Lakeside WalkDifficulty: Easy • Distance: 1.5 miles out & back
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Places to Stay
- Historic Park LodgeBook early!Type: Lodge
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- Riverside CampgroundReservations required.Type: Campground
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- Gateway Town Hotel15 miles from entrance.Type: Nearby Hotel
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