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AccessibilityA mix of natural treasures and man-made prizes, Forest Park is 500+ acres of options for visitors.
With a “knob and kettle” terrain (a series of small hills) and 165 acres of trees, the park is an agrarian delight. Park goers interested in exploring Forest Park’s natural settings firsthand often travel to its eastern portion, which abounds in hiking trails and bridle paths. Horses can be hired from a private stable in order to cover more ground from a higher perspective.
Heading west, Forest Park transforms into an athlete’s playground. Softball, baseball, tennis, bocce, handball, and golf are a few of your options when you wander through this portion of the park. The 110-acre, par 67 golf course was modeled after Scottish links and maintains its reputation as one of the City’s most challenging golf courses.
Music fans know that the western portion of Forest Park includes non-sports-related highlights as well. The George Seuffert, Sr. Bandshell, which can accommodate 2,800 people, hosts free concerts throughout the warm season.
Attend an Urban Park Rangers event for an introduction to Forest Park’s geology, forestry, or animals, or grab a blanket or baseball mitt and head to the park to explore at your own pace!
Discover the history of Forest Park
Events
Volunteer Gardening at the Overlook
Join us to help beautify the Overlook native plant bioswale garden beds! Volunteers will help to weed, water and...
Featured Monument
The Carousel
Lions and tigers and chariots! Oh my! Learn about this century-old merry-go-round, one of only five within the Parks Department, before hopping on to take a spin.
Facilities
Barbecuing Areas
Baseball Fields
Basketball Courts
Bathrooms
Bicycling and Greenways
Bocce Courts
Dog-friendly Areas
Eateries
Fitness Equipment
Football Fields
Golf Courses
Handball Courts
Hiking Trails
Horseback Riding Trails
Model Aircraft Fields
Nature Centers
Playgrounds
Running Tracks
Skate Parks
Spray Showers
Tennis Courts
Volleyball Courts
Wi-Fi Hot Spots
POLL
Directions to Forest Park
Partner Organization
News
Capital Projects
Highlights
Links
Contacts
Forest Park Administrator: (718) 235-0815
Forest Park Golf Course: (718) 296-0999
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