This park is awesome. Huge and many different trails to explore. To my knowledge there is a Blue, orange and green trails and they are marked by their colors. If you know your way around you can find many different paths and areas. There is also an old train line that is not in use any more. In the fall the sights are divine! read more

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This review is specifically for the tennis courts. The 8 courts that are available are clear and smooth with few cracks. I played here and they were good. The other 8 courts are blocked off and inaccessible due to having grass gown over the hard courts. That was disappointing as I was hoping for less crowd. I will contact the parks department about when these courts will be play-ready. read more

Forest Park - Tennis courts - Parks Near Me - Woodhaven, New York

Nice large park in the middle of Queens. Handball courts are well maintained as well.

First time REALLY exploring Forest Park's trails in Queens today. If you are looking for a nice peaceful nature walk I definitely recommend coming here. We did a little over a mile & wished we could have kept going. I definitely will be coming back sometime soon to explore more. read more

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I heard how big this park is and sadly I was not able to go to the walking trail on the eastern side. I am reviewing the part of the park that has the Visitor Center, Carousel, Bandshell, Picnic area, the Pond and the walking path up to the top of the hill. There is a huge parking lot in the middle of all. The grounds are well manicured, has lots of tree shades perfect for ground picnicking but picnic tables and grills are also available on some part. I heard of summer performances on the bandshell and I could imagine that it is always all packed. There is a huge audience seating benches for whoever is interested to watch the show . The carousel is closed right now due to Covid. Peeking inside the closed premises, I have noticed that there are closed food stands , dining tables and chairs and small playground. The pond center is a short walk from the main road. Going up hill along the walk path is such a treat both for walkers/joggers or bikers. There are tennis court and golf course all the way uphill for fans of those sports. I promised myself to come back and walk through the trail in the other side. read more

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Not a super grassy park, but super chill. I came here for a spur of the moment family fun day and that's what it was. You can easily find a spot to bbq, have a birthday party or pull out a blanket and enjoy the sun. They also have an area that has a few rides for the kiddos to enjoy, like a carousel. They have some grills and tables. Come early to get a good spot. As well as a lot of shady areas and space to kick a soccer ball around. read more

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Nice park that is surrounded by cemeteries. Kind of creepy. I was here recently to participate in a 5 Mile race. It's a pretty large park maintained and operated by the NYC Parks Dept. Seems like a well kept park. Clean-ish public bathroom, running track, soccer, picnic areas, tennis courts, handball courts, basketball courts, baseball fields, etc. BBQ areas, and a bandshell for shows. From what I viewed during my run in the park were plenty of trails to bike, hike, and run. You really feel at some points here that you are walking through the wilderness in upstate NY. Not a bad spot to enjoy the fresh air and a day outdoors in the burbs of Queens. read more

Compared to the famous parks throughout NYC, Forest Park certainly flies under the radar given its plain name and less than touristy vibe. Folks are more likely to flock to the more popular neighborhoods over a place like Woodhaven, Queens. Yet if folks just took the time to explore the premises, one would find that Forest Park has plenty to offer. With over 500 acres to offer, the park is not exactly small. In fact, it's the third largest park in the borough and in the top 10 for park sizes in all of NYC. Nature lovers would appreciate the lush greenery throughout the park, which is extra vibrant during good weather days. Everything from hiking trails to bird watching to walking pets to just spending some time in the woods can all be done here. So many parks are one dimensional, but Forest Park is far from it. There is also a small lake (i.e. Strack's Pond) to take in the IG'esque scenery, railroad tracks for a good photo shoot (which I believe still are in service), a kid's playground / amusement park / carousel, courts and a track for sports, benches along the main roads, and a cool spot in the Overlook. There's even free parking. The subway offers many options for getting to this park, I prefer the J and Z to 75th or 85th, but the north part of the park is easier to get to from the E / F trains. read more

lived in the area for 26 years & had to move away till i came back to fully enjoy the park, Has horseback riding, the Historic Carosel, lots of picnic areas & trails to walk, Tennis, Golf, track. In recent years they have restored and built up many of the paths making travel near the highway safer & prettier. read more

I love this place! It's super convenient to get to and pretty spacious. I have come here multiple times and enjoy the trails and nature. I'll definitely be back here again soon. read more

This unimaginatively named park is actually a rather versatile public park with many different aspects to it. Right on the Brooklyn/Queens border, multiple transit routes cross through it, notably the Jackie Robinson Pkwy, Myrtle Ave, Woodhaven Blvd, Forest Park Drive, an active LIRR line and some abandoned tracks too. The major streets that form its boundaries are Union Turnpike, Myrtle Avenue, and Park Lane South. A full map of the park is here: http://forestparktrust.org/parks/forest-park/forest-park-features/ The park is essentially divided into two sections by Woodhaven Blvd. The western side is the site of a large golf course as well as a multitude of sporting fields, a music venue (Seuffert Bandshell), dog run, and barbecue area. At the Woodhaven Ave dividing point is the visitor's center, a carousel, and synthetic turf field. The eastern side is fully deserving of the name "Forest Park," an oasis of hiking trails and bridle paths, offering a fairly easy trio of loop trails (orange, 2.4 mi; blue, 1.75 mi; yellow, 1 mi) that cuts through very pretty forest. The bridle paths are paved, wide, and even easier to walk, and you may come across horses and riders. These paths and loop trails criss-cross each other, offering many routes to take (trail map here: https://www.nycgovparks.org/park-features/hiking/forest-park). It was a great experience to hike it, and the ease of the trails (limited inclines/declines and uneven ground) makes it accessible to many. A total of seven children's playgrounds (with public restrooms) are scattered along the streets bordering the park on both sides, although all are currently temporarily closed. Bikes are not permitted on the trails or bridle paths. Bikers can take the Greenway Bike Trail that runs all the way from one end of the park (Myrtle Ave & 79th Lane) to the other (Park Lane & 80th Rd). In the six years I've lived in Forest Hills, I've not visited Forest Park anywhere nearly enough. The eastern side is a terrific escape from the urban, without ever actually being that far from it, and quite beautiful. I've not visited the western side but will check it out sometime. read more

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I nice little park to take a walk in without fear of getting run over by a car driven by someone on their cell phone. Lots of areas to walk and explore. A dog park for dogs to play and meet other dogs. Trails through the woods. Trails on the road (also known as a road). The overlook area doesn't really overlook anything, but maybe it did back in the day when the trees weren't as tall. Walked about three miles with the family the other day. According to the stalker on my arm. Overall, good park for a walk with nice grass and big trees. read more

If you like walking in the woods and live near the J train this is the place to come. They have three clearly marked trails or you can just venture out on your own. There is also a bridle path so watch out for horse poop. There are bathrooms on both sides of Woodhaven as well as the bathroom near parking lot/amphitheatre. A beautiful park anytime of the year. read more

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Exciting news for all nature lovers! As a lover of the NYC parks, oftentimes I find myself in conversations with other pike minded folks that are quite informed regarding the goings on from a political perspective as it relates to upcoming proposals and the necessary funding. Upgrades for Forest Park. Funding flooded into the Parks Department, 1 million from Elizabeth Crowley (D-Glendale) & $185k from the Mayor's Office. Mary Whalen playground & Joy Devoy playground appear to be the main focus of the appropriated funding, upgrading and improving play equipment. More trees will also be planted to provide more shade. A planned path will be constructed connecting the Greenhouse playground to the Forest Park Carousel. Reconstruction of the Greenhouses parking lot from an additional $200k from the Mayor's Office. An additional $250k from the Mayor's Office to fix many broken sidewalks & pathways throughout the outskirts of the 544 acre park. Portions of the information were from Queens Chronicle, April 9th edition. read more

One of the things I first fell in love with when i moved to this neighborhood... and one of the things I am goin to miss now that I am moving back to the motherland (Brooklyn). "Its the Central Park of Queens" I couldnt agree more. Its a breath of fresh air after a crazy day in the city. I walk my dog here. I jog here. I clear my mind here. The trails are awesome! I do advise to visit this park during the day. As dusk approaches there are a lot of men in this park. Its the hot spot for men on the down low to get busy in the woods. The used condoms, viagra bottles and empty lube bottles deep in the woods are tell tale signs... also the dusky stroll in the woods taht I took with my dog prompted me to run outta there like a bat outta hell. Other than that, the park is very charming. The height of the trees with the rising sun make for awesome photos. I am really going to miss this park! read more

Forest Park - walkin' doggy - Parks Near Me - Woodhaven, New York

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A little too green for my taste, but still love it. Way better than hipster prospect park and bougie central perk. Crowds are too crazy yet cuz of covid, so go and enjoy it now while you still can. The warmer weather will bring out the crowds. read more

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I remember coming here to bird watch years ago. I spotted red cardinals, woodpeckers,and Jay's. That was cool. However, as someone who used MTA to come here it was a bit difficult and tiresome to navigate for me. Lots of walking. Lots of tall trees, dark inside. Can be a bit scary to come here alone on a dark day. Inside the woods. Confusing inside as well to explore. Not a bad park at all, just not my favorite. I just remember walking a lot and not seeing much. read more

Popular for walkers, joggers, families, and kids of all ages! It is odd to have such busy streets and highways right outside this park, but once you really step inside, you forget all that! Come here every now and then to jog, enjoy nature, and take in a nice breath of fresh air. Forest Park offers a variety of trails for "hiking" (in quotation marks since you dont get much elevation on these trails), walking, and jogging. And of course, as with any forested area, you'll occasionally come across kids and adults enjoying nature in their own way, if you catch my drift. Forest Park is spacious and accessible by car, MTA bus or train (about 10-15 min walk from the E/F train on Queens Blvd). Depending on where you enter the park from and time of day, you can easily find street parking. Besides an abundance of tall green trees and clearly marked trails, you wont find much more diversity in terms of plant life like flowers or whatnot. Havent seen any wildlife here either, but I guess that's a good thing. It's not too well-lit inside the park so I wouldnt suggest coming here alone past sunset hours, unless you have a headlamp or you use your cell phone light. read more

Forest Park is truly a runner's delight. I've mentioned the track loop and equipment in a prior review so let's talk about the rest of it. the hills of the main path are a good challenge and a nice contrast from Flushing Meadows Corona Park, which is overall pretty flat. Forest Park Drive has two stretches of a bit more than a mile of uninterrupted paved road that you can run on (aside from NYPD/Parks Department vehicles, there's no car traffic). the trails are also a good change of pace from the usual pavement pounding. not much distance but you can do loops I suppose. trails are pretty well marked. I've never seen anything creepy or weird here as Forest Park was known for in the past. night runs in the forest itself can feel a bit odd, but that's more due to being a lifelong New Yorker who doesn't get out into nature as much as I should. I am more concerned with the piles of horse manure which tend to clog up the trails from the riding school, honestly. what are they feeding those animals?! read more

Our lungs need high-quality oxygen so that they do not deteriorate over the years! Unfortunately, it is only found in forests, so I highly recommend moving most of your meetings with people and playing sports to forest parks and, if possible, build your own routes for moving around the city through them too! read more

I live 3 blocks away from one of the most amazing parks in the city: Forest Park. Every weekend I tried to take a few hours and go for short hikes here with my dog. It's safe (for dogs and humans) and it's a very large park. For nature lovers this is the perfect place to come and enjoy any weather here. I am absolutely in love with fall and this is the perfect to come, walk, get some fresh air on a nice weekend day. I have a very active dog so I take him here on weekends and unleash him. He loves it! And if he's happy I'm happy. The trees are marked clearly to assist with the hikes at different levels. This park is not only pet friendly it's also runner friendly, jogger friendly, biker friendly and rollerblader friendly. The park is divided into many different parks and if you are keen to bring outdoors and being active this is a great place to be. I consider myself lucky to live so close to this park. I tell all of my friends about this park because they constantly think Queens is not the bomb but just look at these photos! How could one not love Forest Park! read more

Forest Park - Parks Near Me - Woodhaven, New York

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Went for a hike at Forest Park on Saturday morning. The park is a huge space full of wonderful things to do including surprisingly legitimate hiking trails. Quality: Forest Park is a pretty incredible place to hike, right in the middle of Queens. While it may not have the same isolated feel or elevation as hiking upstate, it is still a great alternative for those unable to get out of the city. The park itself is very expansive with all the standard park amenities like sport fields, picnic setups, and even a dog park. But it also has horse riding paths, a long bike route, and multiple hiking trails. Considering the location, it is a surprise how beautiful and peaceful it is. Quantity: Three hiking trails ranging from 1mile to 2.5miles, along with plenty of space for other activities. Value: Free for the public to enjoy. Ambiance: Forest Park is located in Queens, New York. The massive park surrounds the Jackie Robinson Parkway from Glendale to Kew Gardens. Full of lush greenery, it is a wonderful place to step away from the city and enjoy a hike or picnic. It is also a great place to exercise with a bike path that attracts tons of runners. While some areas of the Park are adjacent to the highway, if you hike into the heart, you can truly forget you are even in the City. Crowd: There were lots of people biking, walking, and running throughout the park, but with plenty of space, it was perfect for social distancing. Service: Cleaner than I expected for a park in the middle of the city, but still a lot of garbage and broken glass along the trails. Also, could use some refreshers on the trail markers that disappear at times. Parking: There is a free parking lot on the northeast end of the park. read more

As someone who grew up in the area and lived there for 25 years, I never fully appreciated Forest Park for what it truly is: a hidden gem where one or more could get away, could get lost in, could tell stories about. Add to that is the fact that it offers so many amenities. It's also a park that's so big that you can start in Cypress Hills and end up in Forest Hills, two different neighborhoods of almost opposite classes. Let's take a walk shall we? If you know where to go, one could take a short hike to the hills overlooking the cemetery and a view looking down at Brooklyn. If you've dirtied your pants climbing over soil, you'll look just as presentable as the amateur painter you may run into, who looks like he's seen the wild side of life, trying to capture the view. Walk east along Park Lane South and you'll find people doing meditation in the morning, a playground where kids play and throw dog feces at each other, some guy getting into a car and ditching his friend, private tennis courts, sunbathers next to a dog park, and Victorian houses on the opposite side of the street that are rich in history. If you stray off trail and walk through the woods, be wary as you may find plants that make you itch like poison ivy, local kids hiding out for some alone time, and hangout spots with litter and logs for seats where groups could share things besides stories and laughter. Walk along Forest Park Drive and you'll find a huge golf course and remnants of someone's dream wedding. One could have an outdoor ceremony at the Bandshell and take a lengthy walk to Oak Ridge. You may find out that Oak Ridge does hold parties if you ever get into a car accident while passing by and you see party-goers dressed up, watching you while you wait for police to arrive. Continuing east on Forest Park Drive and you will find picnic areas next to a huge parking lot where one could teach their kids how to drive, or where one could leave their car next to some guy in his car who's glaring at you, only to return and find that your tire has been slashed. Going past the parking lot and you'll find (if it's still there) a carousel that once teased youngsters who waited years for it to open so they may bring unrequited love out for a date there. On the opposite side, hidden away, is Strack Pond, which you could walk around. Cross over Woodhaven Boulevard and you'll find baseball fields, basketball courts, handball courts, and Victory Field, which comes with a track and where there may be a crowd. Bring a friend and you can play catch, but be sure to catch that ball, sonny, or it will wander into a group of soccer players and one of them will angrily zoom your ball faster and farther away than you thought possible. You can walk a mile's worth jogging path and explore off-road trails that branch out from it and make it feel like you're not in the city anymore. Some would giggle at true-or-untrue tales that late-night encounters occur there. In a movie (that may or may not be released in the future), a grave somewhere is reserved for someone who went missing. Finally, at the east end of Forest Park is an open area where one could take a break after that long walk and contemplate about life before heading all the way back (regret). Forest Park is a hidden gem for outsiders who don't live in the residential neighborhoods it borders. It's comparable to Flushing Meadows-Corona Park and it beats the lesser and more tame parks located in eastern Queens. I don't live in the area anymore, but if it weren't for the congestion in and around the park, I would be back more often. If you do end up there, be sure to take your time: you can't take it all in in one day... Oh and don't mind me: all those good memories are coming back to me. Hopefully, someday, they will for you too. read more

Truly, no other municipality in the country has a Park system that can rival New York City's. Bob Moses did something right, you ungrateful whiners! Forest Park is huge, running along the Interboro through Richmond Hill, Kew Gardens, Forest Hills, Woodhaven, and Glendale. The Olmsted designed Park is reminiscent of Prospect Park in certain areas and looks absolutely untouched by human hands in others. It is one of the last naturally densely wooded areas remaining in Queens. The Park features bridle paths, hiking trails, a Bandshell, athletic track, skate park, basketball and tennis courts, a golf course, softball fields and for the truly adventurous, an abandoned LIRR track cuts through the thick forest and gives a serene country feel. Visit this under appreciated jewel of the NYC Parks Dept. It's a truly unique City experience. read more

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You know, I will never understand why this park isn't as well known as some of the other parks in NYC like Prospect Park or of course, Central Park. And while those two aforementioned parks are truly great and rightfully so, this park is a gem that even life long New Yorkers don't even know about! I've visited this park several times and I have mentioned it to friends I know who have lived in NYC all their pathetic lives or to friends who moved and lived here in NYC for about 3-5 years and have the nerves to say they are New Yorkers because they explored most of Manhattan and some of Brooklyn. How dare they! I came here with my girlfriend, who's really into nature and it was awesome to hear her name all the different types of plants and tree's as we strolled through the many trails in the park. As much as I love nature and truly appreciate it, I'm bad at knowing the names of all the tree's and plants. Regardless, if you love nature you'll have a blast walking through the park and the forest area. For those of you who want more than just a stroll through the forest and trails, don't worry, this park has got you covered. You can jog, walk, run through the trails or jog, walk, run and bike through Forest Park drive, which is an empty street in the middle of the park. If not, there's an astroturf/running track which you can do your thing, handball courts, baseball fields, basketball courts, skate park, playground for the kids and all that typical stuff you'll find in big parks just as these. There's even horse back riding! Basically, you won't be bored at this park, there's a ton of events, activities to do. If you're not looking to be too physically active, you can simply just find a spot to sit down and read a book, meditate, or get lost in the forest and forget that you're in NYC. And yes, if you really want to get lost, this is the place to do so. You can really lose yourself in the tranquility of the forest, especially as night time strolls. If you live in Queens, love parks and haven't visited it this one, then what the hell are you waiting for? The same goes for anyone who lives anywhere in NYC. If you want to explore the great parks of NYC, then this one should really be on your list without question. It's really a gem of a park and a great way to be in the city but far away from it at the same time. read more

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The only reason I moved into the area was for the park. I live right across the street and I get to walk and/or jog about 3 miles a day with my lil bubs. The cops are pretty open about dogs off leash which is great plus I trust my lil pup. I am answering to a comment on the bottom. The reason they can't add another basketball court to this land is because it's protect by some natural law. I don't know the name of it but the city isn't allowed to touch the park unless its to clean garbage. That's why we still have all the fallen trees from the hurricane in the park. I usually walk at night around 7 with a dog group of about 10 people and the park it's beautiful at night with the occasional who who from the owls. If your in the are come on by and PS if you get lucky you'll see the horses which you can pet. read more

Forest Park - Lil bubs posing in a trail - Parks Near Me - Woodhaven, New York

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I love how big this park is in the middle of Queens. There is plenty to do here since they have a carousel, horse back riding, golf course, dog park and many other things. Every time I been here its to jog or go for walk so I haven't taken advantage of the great things the park offers. The grounds are very well kepted. read more

A world-class treasure in outdoor recreation options in a world-class city. Manhattan may have Central Park, which is wonderful in its own right though rife with tourists, but Queens has the beautiful, rambling and relatively uncrowded Forest Park, with a dog run, picnic tables, two playgrounds with a water feature, a skate park and an historic wooden carousel, not to mention golfing and riding stables. It doesn't get any better than this. read more

As you drive towards Forest Park, it's as if you enter into a whole new dimension. It's just a quiet two-way tree-lined road. Simply beautiful! It's super convenient to have the BBQ area directly adjacent to the parking lot, which is huge. There are color-coded sections to make it easier to locate your party. The multiple picnic tables and cans comes in very handy if you have a large party and makes clean up a breeze. The restrooms are a few feet away, and thankfully were decent. Too bad, the water fountain was knocked over so BYOB. I was not sure of the hours, however, because I made it...but my husband did not have the opportunity to wash off the charcoal from his hands after our BBQ experience. I thought the bandshell was huge and look forward to attending a show in the near future. Great experience, overall. read more

Another update on Forest Park, different section of the park this time... I am reviewing the newly renovated/reconstructed playground off of Union Turnpike, going towards Woodhaven Blvd. This playground is nicely gated but there are some flaws about the design of this playground. First major flaw I noticed is the actual playground set itself. The railings and wood panels are so wide and thick, your kids are not very visible from any of the playground benches when you wanna sit and watch your kids play from a distance. Second issue is the swing set is far back in a corner, away from the playground. If you have two or more kids, this could be a problem when one of your kids want to go on the swing while the other kids want to stay in the playground. You can't be in two places at the same time. I noticed other parents trying to push one of their kids on the swing while trying to see where their other children were from a far distance. My last problem with this park is the bugs. It needs to be sprayed down. It wasn't even humid and there were a bunch of flying insects all over the place. However, there are plenty of good things about this park. It's far less crowded than the one on Austin St and the one by Forest Park overlook. It's brand spanking new. The rubber matting is nice and firm unlike most parks where it's caved in and deformed. It's a clean park with even pavement, no cracks on the ground, and decent landscaping. As for the other children and parents in this park, they're not the best or the worse. Some kids were very mean while their parents did nothing to teach them what is right and wrong. So far, of the 3 parks we've been to in this neighborhood. I like the playground in the Forest Park Overlook. The kids and parents there are much more friendlier in my opinion. Austin St park is okay but a lot of carelessness from parents and babysitters, and also kids that play too rough. read more

Very nice place to come for a walk, jog over even a bike ride there are many trails you can experience if your feeling adventurous or you can still to the paved trail which is about 1.5 miles each way from time to time you do see police patrolling which is a big plus but when it gets dark it can be a little creepy during the day time there is plenty of sights to see while you work out read more

Has a bunch of hiking paths inside the park, not marked very well but it's impossible to get too lost. Also has a bike path, and a running track. I live right near by so it's a good place to go if I want to be near some trees and get out of the city. There's also a band shell and a really old carousel. Right near the carousel there are a bunch of green houses, I asked someone nearby and they said they are only one day a year to the public. would like to check that out someday. read more

Forest Park - Parks Near Me - Woodhaven, New York

Been coming to this park since I was a kid. If definitely has gotten better maintained over the years. Lots of trails for walking and biking and the park is huge. There is a carasoul, golf course and I'm not sure if they still have them but there used to be horse trails as well. read more

Mostly loud crude prople with no manners , loud music , it's pretty much shot , like 5 boroughs , sad , urban decay !

Just an amazing park with new trails,signs and the trees to show you the routes.You will meet People jogging and walking a dog and its perfect spot if you want to get off the TV and computer screen.Huge trees,nice bumpy trails and old tree trunks to climb-on to make my son feel back in the woods again !! We went with there my 3 rd grader and was a fantastic day trip which he was longing for a while.As soon as as you get off the Forest Park there are numerous snacking spots and little tiny town to gaze with lots of Tudor styled houses and beautiful residential lanes to tour at the end your day ! We took a Train back home.What a lovely christmas day we have explored. read more

This park is a large oasis in Queens that gives the illusion that you are not in NYC. It is easily accessible by the Q11 bus, and Q21 bus via Woodhaven Boulevard. I have been coming here since my childhood. The terrain is hilly and contains lots of trails for walking, biking and light hiking. This park is well maintained. read more

Their was 2 dead dogs on the train tracks it was terrifying and sad and no one had removed it and I tried to call the park people and no one answered , the dogs are still on the tracks under one of the tunnels read more

A beautiful nature park. Hiking, biking and running trails in the great forest. Sitting benches around. A nature island in the middle of the busy city :) read more

Forest Park - Parks Near Me - Woodhaven, New York

Love this park! When God gives me some free tome for myself, love walking there. They have lots of things there- playgrounds, fountains, horseback riding. The park is huge! Can do small picnic with no barbecue, lots of trails for nordic walkers; sometime they arrange street fairs next to it, street dance classes. Very cute place with nice atmosphere! read more

Forest Park is a windy and hilly 538 acres with natural hiking and horse-riding paths through what is called "knob and kettle" terrain, thanks in large part to a glacier that passed through about 20,000 years ago. Despite a few years of lumbering and a chestnut blight in 1912, the park is filled with healthy, tall, natural growth, 150-year-old trees (hickories, black cherries, dogwoods) that create canopies. Visitors can explore an abandoned railroad station, a 110-acre, nine-hole golf course, and two carousels. In the summertime, free concerts are offered at the George Seuffert Bandshell. Inside scoop: In 1911, an independent Queens branch of the Parks Department, the Overlook, was established. Built in a Spanish-Mission style, this building houses administrative offices. Henry Miller, who wrote Tropic of Cancer (1934), was stationed at the Overlook in the 1920s, when he worked as a grave digger. Address: Bounded by Myrtle Avenue, Union Turnpike, Park Lane South, Brooklyn-Queens County Line and Park Lane. read more