Only for few places I've selfishly felt writing about it will make it more popular and I might not…read moreenjoy the place all by myself - this is one among them. Just while searching for beaches in a 30 minute driving radius, we ran into this gem of a park that's so well maintained. They have ample free parking and the walk to the bay is so quick. The bay might not be the best to walk on as sand is relatively less with more gravels and getting down to it from the stairs is little difficult even for well grown adults. This could definitely be wheelchair accessible in a certain way. They also have few picnic enclosures and a memorial to one of their town's fallen soldiers. The walking pavement is neatly laid out for a calm, peaceful and relaxing walk. We went on overcast conditions and had to return to the car just before the rain caught up. Will definitely return here for summers to watch the sunset in this beautiful bay/park.

This is where I come when I just want fresh air and to enjoy the scenery of boats going by and the…read moredifferent culture if people here. Quiet to just unwind and relax

Nice park to stretch your legs in. Bring the kids, bring the dog. Either way this park will…read moreentertain and keep you busy while enjoying the great outdoors. There is a picnic area and bathrooms that are well maintained.

I've lived close to this park for almost 6 months and just checked it out now. It's pretty large…read moreand well maintained. A few bathrooms, an outdoor theatre, playground, and picnic areas. They offer grounds for baseball, softball, soccer, and basketball. Seems that there are a lot of rec leagues playing here. Plenty of paved areas for walking/jogging. They have a fitness circuit too. Many different parking lots. It's sort of a sprawling park. The entrance is near the intersection of Florida Grove and 35.

Love my local park, I am hesitant to write a review because it is not crowded and a pretty well…read morekept secret ha. It is near a highway so maybe that is why people avoid it, but they have tennis, basket ball and roller rink courts. There is a nice grove of trees and a nice gazebo and fountain too. I use the tennis courts almost every weekend and they are hardly used and in decent shape. Only complaint is it could use a broom to clean leaves to be left there. There are also lights on the court at night for free and ample parking and clean bathroom facilities. Once you are done with a game you can head to wawa across the street!

It's definitely an underrated gem, which makes it a blessing or curse that their sign is so…read morenondescript. The walkways are well maintained. The crowds are usually just the right amount of thin. Hiking to the fenced off lighthouse is a pleasant stroll with a bench nearby for reflection. This is definitely a worthy destination if you're in the area.

I've decided to explore the Staten Island parks to walk/hike in. Today I came to Mt. Loretto Unique…read moreArea, and that it is! There is a small parking lot, but not too many people that you can't get a spot. There are different trails to walk up and there is a paved trail throughout. There is a wetlands trail and a dry lands trail. I took the wetlands. This takes you to the beach. You're like at the end of the world. I was expecting to see the head from the Statue of Liberty! only.49 miles so I came back and went on the paved trail which also has a few different trails, gentle rolling hills. Easy to do though. I saw birds, wild flowers interesting fields. Before I knew it I walked over 2 miles. There is an area with picnic tables covered by a roof. A few nice decks right by the water with a place to sit and watch the sea birds. Very very clean!. You do see others but no one is in your way. You can bring your dog. There is a pail for your poop bag and I would think it would be nice to walk your dog up there right before you go on the trail. There is a porta John up front in the parking lot. So all in all it was a great place! Will bring bug spray so I can hit a few of the more over grown trails. Taken care of but on the narrow side. Get out and walk or hike!

I have promised a close friend I will do a photoshoot of him when fall comes. And after researching…read morequite places with amazing fall colors, I end up here. I wish it was closer to my home. Then I would come every week just to be with myself ! It's just really pretty & so relaxing. This conference house park is located at the southwest part of NY state. It was built on back in 1680. Makes a great background with its historic landmarks & the view of the Raritan Bay. 265 acres of huge biking & hiking trails you will definitely find lots of places to take pictures in fall. I will definitely come back in spring & winter just to see how different it looks . Altho I was supposed do a shoot of my friend I did some shoot of myself too We had fun out there, we had to cut down the trip earlier because that day it was really cold. Do come & have a picnic on this beautiful place. You can also do engagement & birthday shoots. If anyone need one do contact a local photographer like me. I will be happy to create memories for you. Btw, if you research well about this place, you will be very surprised to know the back history ! Feeling too lazy to write them now..

Beautiful park. Very serene…read more Gives you the feeling of being isolated without being too isolated. It's pretty straightforward to get to being that it's on the bottom of Hylan Boulevard. I'd go in the water, ever, but it's still well maintained and serene. I enjoy going here.

Part of the Butler Woods, which is part of the larger Blue Belt system. The Blue belt gets larger…read moretoward the southern half of Staten Island and it leads to small natural wonders like this one. Open from dawn til dusk, not to be confused with Wolfe Pond Park, this one is located across the street from Mount Loretto.

Wolf Pond Bay stretches out on both sides of Hylan, and it has a number of very different faces:…read morethere is the woodland pretty dense and refreshing in summer with paths going up and down the hills, and with a long, dreamlike lake on the south side. There is the 'Polish zone'. This is mainly a large parking lot surrounded by patches of parkland, where mainly Polish families come on weekends to pick nick. And then, there's the beach. As crowded as the parking lot may be, the beach is always quiet, and the view is beautiful: it really is a bay, with a settlement of houses planted haphazardly among the trees on the left side. Here, you find beautiful small pebbles, and the swimming is good. I always heard that the East Coast had a cold Gulf Stream while Europe has a warm one, but I can assure you that the water is surprisingly warm much warmer than the North Sea and this from June until well into autumn. Wolfpond Bay has the cleanest beach of New York - but not too many people know it

I recommend Clay Pit Ponds nature center for the amazing, AMAZING, children's programming. They…read morehold Tot Time Tuesdays with a read aloud and activity. Just a few weeks ago they had a Harvest Festival; with scarecrow making and pumpkin painting. The staff of rangers there is always a lovely bunch. Check out their eventbrite and Instagram to stay updated on events. Highly recommend you bring your kids. P. S. Can't wait until the maple syrup walks start up in the winter!

Yesterday I went for a hike through this park. You need a map unless you're lucky enough to be with…read morepeople who know the trails. I was lucky! When you first drive up there is parking. There is a bathroom and a building where you can get a map and ask questions. The young lady working there was very accommodating. The trails were pretty well kept. You're walking through the woods basically except for a time or two to cross the road. Ya I would've got lost map and all. We passed an area where they had different types of peacocks, it was like a little peacock zoo. Of course there's beautiful areas with a pond. We saw more then one. The trails we took were a total of 3.38 miles, we did that in 11/2 hours and they went back through the trails again. It's really a beautiful walk/hike that I'd love to go through on a slower pace and photograph more. Not scary if you're going alone. I believe dogs are allowed on leash.

Went for a match last weekend . Not a bad ground. The outfield is fast . Grass has been cut well…read more The wicket is slightly uneven bounce especially with new ball.. it's a small ground . Sixers could end up in the road and hope it doesn't hit cars .... There is a small restroom which is convenient .. some shade on the entrance. .. good location . Not many shops around but you can find some 5-10 mins drive . Parking facilities are good . Nice experience overall .

I used to come to this park with my son about a month ago and enjoyed it but today I come with a 3…read moreyear old and see the park full of condoms. This is absolutely disgusting and I hope it gets cleaned up soon. I will not be returning to this park again.

I genuinely enjoy using the Outerbridge Crossing, and that's not something I ever thought I'd say…read moreabout a bridge. For me, this crossing is a huge quality-of-life upgrade when traveling between New Jersey and Staten Island. It lets me skip several painful miles of traffic on the New Jersey Turnpike, and honestly, that alone makes it worth it every single time. When traffic is backed up and crawling elsewhere, this route feels like a secret shortcut that actually works. The bridge itself is modern, clean, and well maintained. Everything about it feels updated and efficient--from the roadway to the overall flow of traffic. It's fast, smooth, and rarely feels congested compared to nearby alternatives. When you're trying to get where you're going without unnecessary stress, that makes a big difference. Tolling is straightforward, traffic moves consistently, and the entire experience feels far more streamlined than many other crossings in the area. Instead of stop-and-go frustration, you get a predictable, steady drive--which is honestly priceless during peak travel times. All in all, the Outerbridge Crossing is one of those pieces of infrastructure you really learn to appreciate once you've used it regularly. It saves time, reduces stress, and helps you avoid miles of gridlock. As far as bridges go, this one does exactly what it's supposed to do--and does it well.

It's a Sunday with no traffic so that's a positive.This bridge is located near Staten Island small…read morebut pretty!Now full steam ahead to my father in-law in Brooklyn.