Shirley Chisholm State Park, named after the trailblazing Brooklyn-born Congresswoman Shirley Chisholm, is a remarkable green space in New York City. Perched atop the former Pennsylvania and Fountain Avenue landfills, it offers some of the highest vantage points in the city, with elevations reaching up to 130 feet above sea level1. The park’s 407 acres provide a sanctuary for a diverse ecosystem of coastal meadows, wetlands, and woodlands, attracting a variety of birds and wildlife. Visitors can enjoy 10 miles of biking and hiking trails, waterfront access on Penn Pier, and a host of educational programs. This park not only honors the legacy of Shirley Chisholm but also serves as a testament to the transformation and resilience of...
Read moreWhen you enter the east end of Shirley Chisolm State Park-across the Betts Creek Bridge-you will find it to be less travelled then the west side of the park. As you roam the paths, you will find one ascending to the top of a hill. From this vantage point you will find you are actually looking down on the rest of the area, and shopping area off of Erskine Street as well. It is quite a beautiful view. Until you reach the top you might get the feeling that you are no longer...
Read moreIt’s a really nice park, and it’s great for taking a stroll. The scenery was an amazing with a lot of green all around and a lake on one side. Bring water with you though, water fountains are like 2...
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