Inside Cherry Hill: Stunning Visual Proof of Central Park West’s Best Overlook
By James H. Sterling
Q1: What is the fastest subway route to reach Cherry Hill?
Take the B or C train to the 72nd Street station on Central Park West. Exit onto 72nd Street and enter Central Park through the Women's Gate directly across from The Dakota. Follow the main paved drive eastward for approximately 300 yards; Cherry Hill sits directly to your left overlooking the water.
Q2: When is the best time of day for photography at the Cherry Hill Fountain?
Between 06:00 and 08:00 AM provides the cleanest light and calmest water surface. During early morning, wind speeds across the Lake are typically minimal, creating glass-like reflections of the Upper West Side skyline before recreational rowboats launch from the Loeb Boathouse.
Q3: Are commercial photography permits required at Cherry Hill?
Casual hand-held photography and amateur shoots do not require permits. However, commercial campaigns, setups involving external lighting stands, or exclusive territory reservations require formal permits issued by the NYC Department of Parks & Recreation and the Central Park Conservancy.
James Sterling reports on renewable energy developments, climate policy, ecological conservation, and green tech innovations around the globe.
