Betsy Head Park
4.1 (1,680)park
4.1 (1,680)Built for action rather than lounging, this Brooklyn park features a massive track, sports courts, and an outdoor pool.
Description
Alongside the Olympic-sized pool and soccer field, you will find a rockwall, handball courts, and a calisthenics area. On weekday mornings, local groups gather near the track for free line-dancing classes. For families, the fenced-in playground operates under rules that only allow adults accompanied by children, keeping the area quieter and separated from the older kids.
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Plenty of benches
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