Skater
Central Park is full of miles of paved parkways that are ideal for inline rollerblading and skating. The most popular place to skate in Central Park is the Loop. There are two versions of the Loop - the longer loop is 5 miles long, and the shorter loop is 2.5 miles long. When you skate past the Loeb Boathouse, you will have the option to go right up Cat Hill, or bear left to stay on the smaller loop.
Traffic on the Loop is one-way; you should travel it counterclockwise. If you're not sure which way is correct, look for the large white arrows painted on the pavement. Never go clockwise, or the wrong way, on the Loop. This could cause an accident. If you absolutely must backtrack, go very slowly along the side or even on the grass if you can.
It is very important to follow safety rules on the Loop and be mindful of other users on the trail, since the Loop is not just for inline skaters. The far right lane is reserved for the user of joggers. At some spots, the Loop intersects with pedestrian paths, such as near the Obelisk.
On some weekends, the Central Park Skate Patrol safety crew runs a free stopping clinic, which you should take advantage of if you're new to skating.