Cherry Hill

Cherry Hill is a popular destination for enjoying views of the Lake.

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Located mid-park at 72nd Street and overlooking the Lake lies peaceful Cherry Hill. Named for the beautiful cherry blossom trees that bloom there during the springtime, the area is possibly most noted for its 14-foot fountain.

The Cherry Hill Fountain, first unveiled in 1860, was originally designed to function as a watering trough for horses. Though no horses drink from the Fountain today, many of the park's horse and carriages frequent the area and park-goers who wish to take a scenic ride will get a splendid view of the lake. The Fountain was designed by Jacob Wrey Mould, the designer of the Bethesda Fountain, which lies to the west. The Cherry Hill Fountain can be recognized by its decorative glass lamps and globes.