Overlooking East River, Stuyvesant Cove Park is located in Peter Cooper Village. Built in 2002, this park was designed by the landscape architect Donna Walcavage. It features a solar-powered environmental education center, a biking path, several pagodas and picnic areas. This lovely park is also home to a variety of native plants that are indigenous to the area. They also grow native fruits like beach plums and persimmons.
McCarren Park previously known as the Greenpoint park, is spread over 35 acres of land covered with fields and paths. It is a great place to take the kids who will enjoy playing basketball, handball, football, kickball, soccer, baseball, bocce and tennis. The park has become a recreational place for the community. Locals enjoy playing around the Ericsson Playground which is complete with a jogging track, tennis courts, a soccer field, five baseball diamonds,more than enough space to keep you pumped. The McCarren Park Pool hosts live concerts and is another good place to check out.
Fulton Park
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The 'Battery' was created in the late 17th Century when the British government that then controlled New York mounted cannons there. It played a role in the Revolutionary War, the War of 1812, and the Civil War as well. Today, Battery Park attracts many New Yorkers and traveling visitors, especially in warm weather. Spread across 25 acres (10 hectares), the green park offers a fine view of the Statue of Liberty and New Jersey across the river. The historic Castle Clinton is also located inside the park.
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