Directions to Jamaica Bay

The Jamaica Bay Unit is composed of 10 unique areas. Select an area below for directions.

 

Directions for the Jamaica Bay Areas

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  Canarsie Pier

  Brooklyn's Canarsie Pier has been a popular fishing spot for more than 300 years

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  Floyd Bennett Field

  Floyd Bennett Field was NYC's first municipal airport. Today this area includes over 1,300 acres of grassland and the Ryan Visitor Center.

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  Fort Tilden

  Fort Tilden is a former military site with hiking trails, athletic fields, and much more.

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  Frank Charles Park

  Frank Charles Park is located in the Howard Beach neighborhood of Queens.

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  Hamilton Beach Park

  Hamilton Beach Park provides both open space and outdoor recreation opportunities.

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  Jacob Riis Park

  Jacob Riis Park is one of the three swimming beaches at Gateway National Recreation Area.

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  Jamaica Bay Wildlife Refuge

  The Jamaica Bay Wildlife Refuge includes over 12,600 acres. More than 300 different bird species have been spotted here.

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  North Channel Bridge

  North Channel Bridge is not only a popular fishing spot, but also a spot for educational programs with NPS rangers.

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  Plumb Beach

  Plumb Beach is a popular destination for windsurfing and kiteboarding. There is also a kayak launch here.

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  Spring Creek

  Spring Creek is a 237 acre site of undeveloped upland forest, wetland and marsh in the Howard Beach neighborhood of Queens.