I'm glad there's dog runs especially for big dogs. It's better than running on the sidewalk and…read morepaths in the parks! This one has seating for the owners. The dogs were behaving well and having fun. I did have to move away when the sand started blowing up in the air. I'm not interested in getting it in my clean hair! I already recommended the park to dog owners in my building. I don't own a dog and I'm not sure if I would bring my dog to a place like this. I would have a dog if I had a house and yard! If a city dog is your family friend then enjoy!

If you live close by and have a larger doggie this is a good park to bring them to for some…read moreexercise. The small dog park is close by on the Esplanade. The parks dept does a nice job keeping these dog parks clean and well maintained. Been here a few times with a friend in my building who has a big dog. Always fun to watch his dog play with the other dogs.

To the idiots leaving bad reviews of this place;…read more This is a COMMUNITY area, not a part of the Parks dept, that one individual kindly worked to fence off so your dog has a place to run around off leash. If there's dogshit, blame a fellow owner. It's not the fault of the premises. Until Astoria gets something else, this is all you've got people. So make it work.

While I agree with Bill M.'s comprehensive review of this dog park, I want to add my two cents…read more The dog run looks like it's in shambles, but to the dogs, it's a fun time. The fencing, while far from being in the best of shape, runs consistently around the park and is void of gaps - basically, it does it's job regardless of the appearance. I check the perimeter regularly just in case anything has changed, but have yet to see a gap or hole that even a small dog could squeeze through. The bathroom is not that far away when needed - just across the street and on the other side of the track. There are no benches in the dog park, and while sometimes I wish there were, I'm usually up and about playing with the dogs anyway. The three star, A-OK review is more from the dogs than me. I've been in the park numerous times and the dogs there are always having fun. They don't care that it looks shabby and unkempt, or that it's not the hugest dog park they've ever seen, they just care about chasing balls, making friends, and doing their business. If it's OK for them, it's OK for me. Could this park use a little (ok, a lot) of TLC? Yes, definitely. Does it do the job of being a safe and fun place for dogs and their owners? Yes, despite it's dismal appearance.

Clean little dog park on the East River esplanade next to Carl Schurz Park…read more I get a kick out of watching the tiny dogs play and try to act all tough. I've hung out with friends here who have dogs and bring them to play on a nice day. It's well kept and clean. The other dog owners here are friendly and will chat with you. Great views along the water too.

Ok so I don't have a dog. I have friends with dogs. We enjoy the walk to the dog park sometimes. I…read morehave friends that realize it's better for the dogs to enjoy each other's company in their own space. My pet peeve is when owners block sidewalks while their dogs sniff each other's butts!! So rude. Take your dog to a dog park people! It's free. This park has always been clean when I visit. The dogs and their owners have been polite. I enjoy the view and fresh air by the river. I recommend a visit if you live nearby. I've yet to have a negative experience here. I don't need to be a dog owner to enjoy the fun!

PUBLIC PARK: The Park is basically an extension of GANTRY PLAZA STATE PARK merging seamlessly at…read more50th AVENUE. No landmarks here but the Park is distinguishable due to its Athletic Field, Dog Run, Volleyball Court and OTTOMANELLI'S Restaurant. WORTH VISITING

I absolutely love it here. It's just film of life and a gorgeous view. Plus, access to the ferry!…read more Grab a burger or something from one of the food trucks and just take in the scenery. I spent a lot of the summer here and it was one of the reasons summer was great. It's also very dog/family friendly.

It's heaven on earth for dogs and the people who love them! When I walked my dog Cooper for his…read morefirst ever trip to the ocean I was as floored as he was to see all these amazing dogs running around the shoreline! To see Cooper splash around in the waves trying to figure out what it was, his excitement was palpable! What a joy to see my best friend experience the beach! Tips: it opens at 6pm and the parking is free, the best lot is directly placed at the beach entrance at 8th avenue. Bring water and a bowl for your pooch! Leashes may be a good idea especially if your pup is unpredictable and young like my 10 month old Boxer/Lab is. There's a few wild cats dogs and owners ignorant of what their dog is doing so keep an eye out, but of all the dogs Cooper met, there was only one who needed a little discipline. Can't visit this beach enough, glad I'm part of the dog owners club again!

Awesome dog beach where dogs can be off their leashes. Everyone is friendly, and most of the dogs…read moreare friendly. Super clean and a good amount of parking available. Safe surroundings and a must for anyone fairly close by. The one drawbacks as other reviewers have stated is that there is a morning time and a night time period for usage. No biggie. Just a little limiting.

Great dog park located with Gantry Park- Great views of NYC and it is located right by the hunter's…read morepoint ferry! (5min walk) There are two parks - one for large dogs and one for small dogs. The one for large dogs is bigger and has a decent amt of space for the dogs to run around. I have a corgi and bring him to the large one. The park does get packed on weekend mornings. I think it should be less crowded during the afternoon and/or weekdays since people are working. There is a playground for children that is right across the dog park. Very convenient esp for people who live in the buildings in the area.

Its so far the cleanest dog park I've been to, the park is divided for big and small dogs thats a…read moreplus, the ambience is so nice I like it and most important my dog loves it. I really recommend this park. This is now my number one park, 14 st union square dog park went to second

Incredible dog park!!!! It's big. And beautiful. There is…read moreparking around. And you can watch all the planes as they land!

This is a nice open park all grass. It's right by Astoria blvd and somewhat close to LaGuardia…read moreairport, so you see a lot of planes passing by. I'm use to it as my parents live in this neighborhood and it's walking distance from them. I spent most of my teenage years and early adult years here so I'm Use to the plans. They actually use to fly way lower lol my parents place would shake and sometimes you would see huge shadows above your car lol. Nice big park for dogs and a view for us humans. Took my Hoover here a few times he loves the grass

This park has volleyball courts, shady areas to sit underneath, and handball courts as well.read more

We came here today for the annual Pumpkin Smash event hosted by NYC Compost Project And Queens…read moreBotanical Garden. Parking: residential/ Meter street parking. Either way: Good luck to you! Outside the park was a farmer market. Fresh produce and bakery. Free books. Balloon artist made balloons in return for donations. Park itself has ball courts and playground. The mist sprayer was on in November for some reason. Plenty of benches for parents. Playground feels little outdated. Pumpkin Smash event included pumpkin trebuchet, manual chop up of pumpkins, free recycling bag giveaway, free apple cider, booths to explain compost and a free bag of compost. Recycling can Mascot was out to take pictures with crowd. Pumpkin trebuchet was definitely most fun. Definitely will return again.

87th Street Dog Run is in Riverside Park so it's hard to miss when I'm strolling south along the…read moreHudson River. I thought for sure I reviewed this Dog Run. I am a fan of the concept because I prefer the dogs are not running around loose in the park. It never fails that if I have on clean jeans a dog will jump on me. The dogs definitely need a place to play with each other. This particular dog run was well kept the last time I walked this way. I wish there were more of these in Central Park!

Pretty large and well maintained dog run area located within Riverside Park. When I get my runs in…read moreI stop by here to watch the dogs for a bit as I cool down. Looks well maintained, areas separated for large dogs and smaller pups, water hose, doggie poop bags, dog bowls, benches for the humans to relax on, and nice views of the water. Later in the day it can get a bit dark here, especially when the trees are in full leaf season, but there is plenty of shade.

They finally gave this dog run an update that it needed. Now when I get my dog it has a place to…read morego. I do hope that someone donates some chairs so people have a place to sit. This little dog run has come a long way. I feel like the best time to go is in the afternoons. Its nice that they finally have something that goes around the run so the dogs don't run out.

I actually like taking my nieces mutt to this dirt dog space park as its spacious for dogs to run…read morearound , other dog owners are friendly , place is fenced in so dogs can't go bye bye and I can take a seat and relax as mr pickles roams around freely. No water station and its bare in essentials but the dogs like it and we the dog owners and dog sitters like it as well.