Manhattan Beach Park

Highlights

Manhattan Beach - Horseshoe Crabs in New York City Parks

Every May and June, horseshoe crabs emerge from the Atlantic Ocean onto Manhattan Beach. Female horseshoe crabs arrive on the beach to lay their eggs, with their male… Read More

Pat Parlato Playground

Pat Parlato (1926-1988), was a life-long Brooklyn resident and a Parks employee for more than 17 years. As a part of the maintenance staff at Manhattan Beach,… Read More

Know Before You Go

Manhattan Beach Park

All NYC beaches will be open for swimming on Saturday, May 25. Due to the effects of Hurricane Sandy, and the major rebuilding effort at our beaches, there may be multiple service changes at each beach. Visit our Beach Restoration page for more information on what to expect this summer.