Bronxville Lake — Attraction in Town of Eastchester

I have been a Bronxville resident for 40+ years. I regularly exercise/walk around the Bronxville Lake. The path is well used by individuals of all ages and families with young children. I am increasingly concerned about the shallowness of the lake as well as the quality of the water. At times it seems it might be better categorized as a swamp. With understanding that there are many environmental and safety issues involved, I would like to add my voice to the many who would like to see the lake dredged and returned to its former glory. I do not know if this would help the flooding issues downstream but it might. And I do not know if this would encourage the abundant natural wildlife but it would seem that a healthy lake would not be detrimental to wildlife. A 1924 Mary Fairchild Lowe painting owned by the Bronxville Historical Conservancy entitled Children's Regatta at the Bronxville Lake serves as an aspirational image for what the Bronxville Lake could be for the many who look to it for an experience of nature's glories. Wouldn't it be wonderful to be able to give the Bronxville Lake a five...

Beautiful lake along the Bronx River trail, would be lovely for a picnic. The park is right in between the Metro North track and the parkway, so some noise traffic is expected, but it is surprisingly peaceful despite it's location. It would be a great place to walk the dog or go for a run...

A decent sized lake along the Bronx River pathway. The lake has a small weir, and is home to a fair amount of geese, ducks and other birds. A popular location for exercising and...