Jamaica Bay and the Rockaways
Highlights
Broad Channel American Park
What was here before? Prior to European settlement, the Jameco and Canarsie Native Americans frequented this area. During the 1600s, Dutch settlers established a… Read More
Carmine Carro Community Center
Located at the northern side of Marine Park on Fillmore Avenue, the Carmine Carro Community Center opened on March 1, 2013. The facility honors Carmine Carro (1935 –… Read More
Dr. John’s Playground
This playground honors Dr. John Elefterakis (1959-1997), a graduate of adjacent Public School 277, and a man dedicated to the Gerritsen Beach community. Dr. John, as he… Read More
Firefighter Christopher Bopp Triangle
What was here before? This site was once in the pathway of Gerritsen Creek, a freshwater creek that used to extend inland twice as far as it does today and would… Read More
Four Sparrow Marsh - Invasive Phragmites
As one of the 20 most invasive plants in New York State, phragmites ( Phragmites australis ), also known as the common reed or “phrag,” have become a… Read More
Four Sparrow Marsh - Salt Marshes in New York City Parks
Salt marshes play a critical role in the support of human life, acting as natural filtration systems by trapping pollutants that would otherwise contaminate our bays and… Read More
Four Sparrow Marsh Preserve
Named by naturalists Ron and Jean Bourque, Four Sparrow Marsh Preserve is home to four native species which require undisturbed marshland for nesting: Sharptailed,… Read More
Fresh Creek Park
Salt marshes play a critical role in the support of human life, acting as natural filtration systems by trapping pollutants that would otherwise contaminate our bays and… Read More
Fresh Creek Park - Invasive Phragmites
As one of the 20 most invasive plants in New York State, phragmites (Phragmites australis), also known as the common reed or "phrag," have become a ubiquitous… Read More
Fresh Creek Park - Salt Marshes in New York City Parks
Salt marshes play a critical role in the support of human life, acting as natural filtration systems by trapping pollutants that would otherwise contaminate our bays and… Read More
Directions to Jamaica Bay and the Rockaways
News
Events
Facilities
Barbecuing Areas
Baseball Fields
Basketball Courts
Bathrooms
Beaches
Bicycling and Greenways
Bocce Courts
Cricket Fields
Dog-friendly Areas
Eateries
Fishing
Fitness Equipment
Football Fields
Golf Courses
Handball Courts
Hiking Trails
Kayak/Canoe Launch Sites
Marinas
Model Aircraft Fields
Nature Centers
Paddleboat Rentals
Playgrounds
Roller Hockey
Skate Parks
Soccer Fields
Spray Showers
Tennis Courts
Volleyball Courts
Wi-Fi Hot Spots