Idlewild Park: Queens, NYC

The city fades quickly here, giving way to long, almost deserted paths that wind through the brush under wide-open skies. The park has a raw, no-frills character, offering space for canoeing and kayaking alongside cricket grounds used for practice. Photographers can capture planes from different countries flying close overhead on their approach. The marsh setting also means mosquitoes can be a challenge, particularly in the evening.