Forest Park

A 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

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
• 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

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Park Information

• Main
• Events
• History
• Highlights
• News
• Map
• Monuments
• Inspections
• Videos
• Projects

Lost and Found Information

Directions to Forest Park

Partner Organization

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News

• SPRING BREAK: NYC PARKS’ URBAN PARK RANGERS OFFER SCHOOL RECESS FUN FOR KIDS ACROSS THE CITY
• NYC PARKS ANNOUNCES SLATE OF SPRING AND SUMMER PUBLIC ART EXHIBITIONS AROUND THE CITY
• NEW, ENGAGING PLAY EQUIPMENT COMES TO DEVOY PLAYGROUND IN QUEENS’ FOREST PARK

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Capital Projects

• Bronx and Queens Roofing Systems Reconstruction (CNYG-315MA)
• Citywide DCAS Accelerated Conservation & Efficiency Program (CNYG-2415MA1)
• Citywide Retaining Walls and Seawalls Reconstruction (CNYG-514M)
• Forest Park Garage and Oak Ridge Roof Reconstruction
• Forest Park Glendale Entrance Construction

More projects

Highlights

• Devoy Playground
• Dry Harbor Playground
• Forest Park
• George Seuffert, Sr. Bandshell
• Jackson Pond Playground

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Downloads

• Forest Park Map (PDF)
• Forest Park Trail Guide

Links

• Forest Park Carousel

Videos

• Skate Park
• New Field for Wheelchair Football

Contacts

Forest Park Administrator: (718) 235-0815
Forest Park Golf Course: (718) 296-0999

More About Forest Park

Zip Code:11375, 11385, 11415, 11421
Community Board: 05, 05, 06, 09
Council Member: Karen Koslowitz , Robert Holden , Rafael Espinal
Park ID: Q015
Acreage: 506.86
Property Type: Flagship Park

Other Parks Nearby

• Ehrenreich-Austin Playground (1.28 miles)
• Pinocchio Playground (1.04 miles)
• Equity Playground (1.13 miles)
• Middle Village Playground (1.13 miles)
• Maurice A Fitzgerald Playground (1.15 miles)