Manhattan Park

Manhattan Park

Manhattan Park is a 2.2-acre park located in Scarborough, New York. It includes two ball diamonds, a multi-purpose field, and a children's play area that is suitable for team sports such as baseball, friendly soccer, and family outdoor games. The park's design and facilities are designed to allow visitors to engage in outdoor exercise, walking, and recreational games while enjoying the natural environment of the city, although the park does not typically host formal athletic programs or regular classes, but rather serves as a public sports and recreation space.

Key Features & Amenities

• Open space for walking and spending time
• Lawn and shade areas
• Public green space for sitting and picnicking
• Walking paths and short trails in the park
• Parking: There is parking and car parking space (on the street and often free)
• Toilet and water: Toilets and drinking water sources in the parks are open/seasonalized by the municipality (usually more active in the warm season)
• Bench and urban furniture: It is possible to sit and relax in the park space

How to book

1. First, visit the City of Toronto Parks and Recreation Facilities and Spaces Reservations page and select the type of facility you want to reserve (e.g., picnic site, playground, picnic table, or a specific section of park space).
2. If online reservations are supported, proceed through the Online Registration and Booking system, which will walk you through the available options and select a date/time.
3. If a group use or special event requires a permit, you may need to complete a Special Event Application form and submit it to the Parks Department.
4. After completing the reservation process and paying any associated fees, print or save your reservation confirmation and bring it with you on the day of your reservation.

Location & Accessibility & Contact 

1. Address: 90 Manhattan Dr, Scarborough, ON M1R 3V8, Canada

2. Phone: 4163932489

3. Hours: This city park is open 24 hours most days

4. Closest subway/public transit station

• The closest major public transit hub to the Scarborough area, where the park is located, is the Scarborough Centre Station on the Toronto TTC network.
• From this station, you can take TTC buses to the nearest station on Manhattan Dr.
• Bus stops associated with the Scarborough Centre Bus Terminal include several TTC routes that you can use to get to routes near Manhattan Dr.

FAQs

Can I reserve sports facilities at this park?

Yes, the sports fields (i.e. pitches) in the park are listed on the “sports field listings” and can be booked through the City of Toronto’s reservation service.

Can I rent balls or sports equipment on site?

The park is a municipal open space and there is no rental sports equipment listed on its official website; you would usually have to go to a nearby recreation center or sports store for such services.