Playground Water Play Meets Atlantic Sand
Find climbing structures, basketball, outdoor fitness, and water play. Massive oaks shade picnic tables at one park, while an uncrowded Atlantic beach offers a scenic bike-ride break. One playground lacks on-site restrooms, and active towing affects drivers.
Outdoor Play and Coast
Myrtle Avenue Recreation
Jackson Pond Playground gives Richmond Hill families a mix of movement and water play beside Forest Park. Its 1.1 acres hold multi-age structures, a prominent slide, toddler swings, paved ground suited for scooting, and a giant water spray area. Chess tables and basketball courts extend the visit, with picnic tables and public restrooms on site. The grounds sit along a busy street. The park is open daily from 6:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
Northern Canopy Activity Grounds
Jacob K. Javits Playground spreads across Fort Tryon Park with separate spaces for toddlers, older children, and adults. A tot lot and nature discovery zone sit near climbing structures, slides, and baby swings. Outdoor fitness gear and a basketball court add options for grown-ups. Picnic tables line a winding path through a lawn shaded by massive oaks. Seasonal spray showers offer summer relief. The grounds have no on-site restrooms and close at 6:00 PM daily.
The People's Beach
Jacob Riis Park sits at the southwestern end of the Rockaway Peninsula. Its uncrowded stretch of Atlantic sand is actively kept clear of trash. Historic Art Deco structures punctuate the grounds. The park is part of Gateway National Recreation Area. It operates daily from 6:00 AM to 10:00 PM. Drivers face strict parking rules, with active car towing in effect. The oceanfront is also a scenic stop on a bike ride.
