This little neiborhood park looks out to the Bay and Throgs Neck bridge, nesting alongside Cross…read moreIsland Parkway.  The boundaries are Cross Island Parkway, Utopia Parkway, and the beachfront. For western bound, take exit 32 toward Bell Blvd. At the traffic light, turn right. This parcel was acquired in Septmber 1950. The plan was to develope the shoreline area. However, it didn't carry out due to the Throgs Neck Bridge construction and the fiscal crisis of the 1970s. And Parks renamed the property's present name in 1973, from Clearview Park. Bayside, originally inhabited by the Matinecock tribe, was granted to William Lawrence by King Charles I in 1644, spurring European settlement. It became part of Queens County in 1683. Most early records were lost in an 1780s fire linked to arson. During the Revolutionary War, Bayside supported the British and faced two failed Patriot raids. The arrival of the North Shore Railroad in 1866 brought rapid growth, attracting wealthy New Yorkers and actors. After the film industry moved to California in the 1920s, Bayside's economy relied on the Little Neck shellfish beds.

Great go to area to take a walk near the water and enjoy the weather. Plenty of parking MY FAV! and…read moreplenty of area for games, picnic, photos etc

Beautiful park with historical former United States Army installation buildings and placards. They…read morehave cherry blossoms trees which bloom beautifully in season. The park is right by the water with stunning views of the Whitestone Bridge. A great place for a calming walk or picnic. The park is dog friendly and there is parking before entering the former army installation area.

Believe the reviews: the staff here are incredibly aggressive. There is a right way to talk to…read morepeople, and then there is a hostile, nasty way--which is the default style here. ​The rules make no sense, either. The signs say "shower before getting into the pool," yet I was yelled at to shower just for walking to a lounge chair with my towel. If you have to shower the moment you step onto the deck, change the signs to reflect that. ​Dealing with the public is hard, but the staff here are completely miserable and looking for a fight. Save yourself the headache and go elsewhere.

PUBLIC POOL: It's been a couple of years since the Pool became operational again, after a massive…read more$19 Million renovation. Spent many Summers at NYC's largest Swimming Facility both as a camper and a counselor. WORTH VISITING.

It's been about 20 years since I've last been to this Pool. Back in Middle School during the…read moreSummer, my class would come here at least twice a Summer and it's always been a blast. Now as an almost middle aged adult in an attempt to weather through almost triple digit weather, Astoria Pool hasn't lost its charm. As good as the trip was, it isn't perfect. Since it was a hot day there was a rather long queue that I had to wait through, which fortunately wasn't as long as I thought it would be. There are a couple of rules and regulations which do make enough sense to follow. No electronics in the pool area, you must have a lock for your locker and shower before and after being in the pool, a towel is recommended. The one drawback would be the locker rooms. I dunno how the women's one looks like since I'm a man but the men's locker leaves a lot to be desired. I know it's a public use facility but it could be more taken care of so it would look less like a Gulag from Call of Duty: Warzone, plus the lockers are pretty small, I was amazed to fit all of my stuff in there. Other than that, it's a nice way to kill some time on a hot day. Be mindful of their schedule though because an hour break is utilized from 3 to 4 PM.

Same issue as usual: a janitor (a fat white old man )was sitting on the bench on the third floor in…read morefront of the bathroom. He did not appear to be cleaning the bathroom, mopping the floor, or performing any other visible duties. Instead, he was watching his phone for at least an hour. This has become a recurring concern and gives the impression that the area is not being properly maintained.

They cut hours during the summer, and have recently been closing early due to "temperature," this…read moreis in addition to the crowded and filthy locker rooms. This has consistently been the most poorly managed and run-down pool I have ever been to.

A hidden gem, located in North Eastern Queens. This little place is full of wild life. 2 resident…read moreswans, plenty of ducks, an occasional hawk, and other birds that I don't know the names of. The walk around the lake is about 1/3 mile? Maybe 1/2 mile? And just about the entire walk is under shade. Walk toward the back side and you wouldn't know you were in NYC. No traffic noise. Great place to walk and sit and watch wildlife.

Oakland Lake is a peaceful, natural escape tucked right into the Bayside and Oakland Gardens…read moreneighborhoods of Queens, NYC. Review aggregators and local trailgoers generally highlight several key aspects of the park: The place offers a dramatic contrast to the urban surroundings. When you are in the area it feels like you have left the city, with a backdrop of mature trees and steep shorelines. The lake acts as a crucial rest stop for migrating waterfowl. Visitors commonly spot Canada Geese, Mallards, Trumpeter Swans, and Herring Gulls, making it a favorite destination for local birders. The Oakland Lake Path is a popular, sometimes busy route. It is relatively flat and easy, with trailgoers highly recommending a visit from March through October for the best scenery. The lake is noted for being somewhat deep (up to 20 feet) compared to other NYC ponds. It is stocked and known for its populations of bass, sunfish, and pickerel.

Great hidden gem in Union county! People from all over come here. So much fun for the kids and…read moreadults too! The line gets pretty long if you don't get there early.

This review is for the awesome splash pad that is located in Wheeler Park. Every time we go we…read morehave a blast! I am also so happy that Wheeler park welcomes everyone from all over NJ (and elsewhere). Coming from out of the county will cost you a bit more, but not much. If you live outside of Union County it is $4.00 for kids ($2.00 in county) and $6.00 for adults ($3.00 in county). This splash pad has every water feature a kid could ever need - from bigger twisty water slides, to a small dragon water slide. Also, water guns that you can shoot each other with, a pirate boat, water shooting up from the ground, and much more. My kids spent a little over 2 hours here and had an absolute blast. We've been here about 3 times and it never disappoints. Just be sure to bring some sort of shade covering. There isn't much cover at the splash pad so we usually bring our small beach tent with us. There is also a dry playground in the splash pad gated area where kids can play too. They have staff who help keep the kids safe and to make sure everyone goes down the water slides safe and sound. I highly recommend Wheeler Spray Park on a hot summer day.