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Flushing Meadows Corona Park


Sports & Recreation

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Athletic Fields: The park contains baseball diamonds, soccer fields, tennis courts and cricket fields, all available by permit. Basketball and handball courts are also located in the park. For baseball, soccer, or cricket permits, call (718) 760-6889. For tennis permits, call (718) 699-4225.

 

Playground for All Children: This play facility serves both able- bodied and disabled youngsters. School groups by appointment only. Call (718) 699-8283.

 

Playgrounds: The park is home to six modern playgrounds: Dinosaur Playground, Jurassic Playground, Triassic Playground--each with a dinosaur theme, along with Laurence Playground, Mauro Playground and Saturn Playground.

 

On the Waterfront

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Meadow Lake: This 84-acre man-made lake is New York City's largest. One can enjoy boating, fishing, barbecuing, picnicking, a model airplane field, and the Jurassic and Triassic Playgrounds. For groups of more than 25 people, a permit is required.
  • TASCA: The American Small Craft Association. Learn to sail. For nominal fees, expert volunteers offer lessons for beginners. To register or for more info, call (718) 699-1951.
Willow Lake: The park's designated natural area.

 

Flushing Bay Promenade: The promenade extends from LaGuardia Airport to Shea Stadium.

Spectator Sports

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Shea Stadium: Shea Stadium, built in 1962, is home to the New York Mets professional baseball club. For ticket information, call (718) 507-TIXX or visit the official website of the Mets.

National Tennis Center: This state of the art sporting complex consists of both the Louis Armstrong Stadium and the Arthur Ashe Stadium. The National Tennis Center is home to the United States Open, one of the World's most prestigious grand slam tennis tournaments. During the rest of the year, courts are available for public play, instructional programs and tournaments. For more information, call (718) 760- 6200 or visit the United States Tennis Association website.