“Hanging in this playground is practically a rite of passage for Upper West Side kids. The shady space has a pair of play sets to please climbers of all sizes and skill levels. The sandbox offers plenty of all-ages fun and there are swings for big and little kids alike. The namesake pachyderms add a little whimsy to the space, offering a creative spot to climb in any season or cool down with in the summer—thanks to the gentle spray flowing from them.”

-By Jody Mercier, NYC's Best Playgrounds: 14 Parks Worthy of a Subway Schlep (9/2/16)