Roberto Clemente State Park

Roberto Clemente State Park is a 25-acre waterfront park located along the Harlem River in the Morris Heights neighborhood of the Bronx, New York City. Established in 1973, it was originally named Harlem River Bronx State Park before being renamed in 1974 to honor Roberto Clemente, the first Latino-American inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame.

The park serves as an important recreational space for the local community, offering a variety of activities and amenities for visitors of all ages. It features a waterfront promenade that provides scenic views of the Harlem River and serves as a connection to the larger greenway system along the waterfront.

Roberto Clemente State Park was the first New York state park established in an urban setting. Since its creation, it has aimed to accommodate a diverse range of visitors, including youth, adults, senior citizens, and individuals with physical challenges. The park offers both active and passive recreation opportunities.

Over the years, the park has undergone several renovations and improvements. These include the addition of a Chimney Swift Tower placed by the Audubon Society, rehabilitation of various facilities, and the installation of a seven-foot-tall bronze statue of Roberto Clemente in 2013. Following Hurricane Sandy, work began in 2015 to replace the park's Harlem River bulkhead and improve the adjacent esplanade, including a new pedestrian and bicycle pathway, river overlook, and boat launch.

The park attracts over 1 million visitors annually, serving as a vital green space in an urban environment. It provides recreational opportunities, access to nature, and a place for community gatherings and events, including an annual Roberto Clemente Week that celebrates the life of the park's namesake.