Sail Central Park offers remote-controlled, wind-driven model sailboat rentals at the iconic Conservatory Water in Central Park, based out of the historic Kerbs Memorial Boathouse. The program supports Rocking the Boat, a nonprofit youth development organization in the Hunts Point section of the South Bronx that empowers young people through hands-on wooden boat building, environmental science, and sailing.
Model sailboat rentals run $17 for a 30-minute session, with walk-ups welcome (last walk-up or reservation 30 minutes before closing). Package options include the Bronze Package ($80 for 5 sessions, plus a sticker), Silver Package ($155 for 10 sessions, plus a keychain), and Gold Package ($225 for 15 sessions, plus a cap). Special event bookings are also available for private groups.
The activity has drawn significant media attention, including coverage from the New York Times, NBC New York, CBS New York, Time Out New York, and amNewYork, for bringing back a beloved piece of Central Park history.
For visitors and New Yorkers looking for a nostalgic, family-friendly activity in Central Park, Sail Central Park offers model sailboat rentals at the Conservatory Water that also support youth boating education in the Bronx.
