The Park designed by Frederick Olmstesd is a must see.For the fitness finatic this park has everything. You can golf, play tennis, basketball, rollar blade, walk or jog.Great for people watching or just walking your dog.Plus see the beautiful rose garden.Shakespere in the park in the summer is definitely a must,and i attend each performance. Plus you can witness the cherry blossom trees.Rent a boat or the flamingos and go exploring. You can picnic or grab a bite at the terrace at delaware park restaurant which has incredible food.The park is also popular for the Corporate Challenge and many marathons. Fun time for the whole family. read more

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I really enjoy taking in all that Delaware Park has to offer.I play tennis, jog, and enjoy running many of the marathons in the park.I attend the two performances of Shakespeare in the park with family and friends which is such a fun night out.You can golf, roller blade, play basketball or walk your dog.Its great for picnics or to dine in the Terrace at Delaware Park restaurant. The rose garden and cherry blossom trees are definitely worth coming to take a peak at.Plus you can rent a flamingo and go paddling around the lake.So much fun to be had by one and all. read more

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Love living so close to Delaware Park. Visually very scenic and beautiful. Great for morning walks. It is equipped with tennis courts, basketball courts, Park area for kids, and golf course. Seen various kids sports games here as well as playe don a dodge ball league where we played here as well. Only grip, parking can be very difficult at times. read more

I look forward to Summer Sundays when I can enjoy yoga in the park! What a wonderful offering in a picturesque setting. You have your choice of sunshine or shade. The backdrop is the set for Shakespeare in the Park. You may even catch a wedding at the Rose Garden while moving through your yoga poses! And, the best part - it's free! read more

Delaware Park - Getting ready for ymca yoga in the park - it's free!!! - Parks Near Me - Buffalo, New York

A haven of peace and tranquility in Buffalo. You can rent a pedal-boat and enjoy the water in summer, plus the trails go around the lake and beyond to get some steps in, and who doesn't need to get a good walk in? Plenty of park benches everywhere. Just be sure to please do not litter the area. Litter can blow into the pond and creates a awful image of Buffalo, the Delaware Park, and of all who use the park. It just takes a second to remember to hold on to the trash till you see a trash bin, and dispose of your things properly. Please instruct young ones to do the same; learn by what you see, teach by example! read more

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This place has been a blessing this year of Covid! One of the places you can come and be outside safely. They took really good care of it this summer, and the lack of cars is a huge plus. Although, now when there is one its a surprise. You can walk here, cross over the highway and walk around the lake etc. You can make a short walk or a longer hike out of the park experience. Update 24 2021 read more

I don't think I've ever reviewed Delaware Park but I love it! Walking my doggos around the ring, playing tennis at the free courts, basketball games, playground equipment, grassy knolls, soccer & baseball fields, rugby games, golf course, zoo... There is something for everybody... you can hang a hammock between trees and lounge if you don't want activity... you can bring a grill and cook if you're hungry... People are generally friendly, the dogs are mostly well behaved (it's usually the owner if there is a problem), there is a happiness when you go here in nice days and a calm when it's gloomy out... Enjoy! Enjoy! read more

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The park is great, the playground is fun. It needs: -reunite the two sides of the park (the circle and Forest Lawn side) -increase the zoo size -get rid of the golf course- disruptive to families who use the park. At least the baseball and tennis is more controlled! read more

Delaware Park - Delaware Park trees - Parks Near Me - Buffalo, New York

I love Delaware Park! The only downside to it is how the Scajaquada Parkway sort of splits the park. As the warm weather kicks up, Delaware Park is buzzing and kicking. There's a golf course and a part of the park by Hoyt Lake that is about 1 mile long which is popular among joggers and picnicers. If you're looking to have a picnic, a casual stroll, a golf game - Delaware Park is a great place to do it. There's even an adjacent Rose Garden with it's own review page on Yelp and during the summer Shakespeare in Delaware Park takes place (how I miss it and hope it will come back in 2022 or sooner!). The park is designed by Frederick Olmstead (who also designed NYC Central Park and Boston's Emerald Necklace) and it connects some of Buffalo's other parks. read more

Truly lucky to have such a gorgeous, accessible park nearby! Perfect for a stroll in the sun, or the cold as long as you're bundled up. I've seen many different types of wildlife Including a beaver, turtles, exotic looking fish, and many species of birds and ducks. Also has many tennis courts and a Japanese garden. Definitely recommend! read more

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My friend Del never had much of a clue about anything, so I decided to educate him. You could say that I made Del Aware. In fact, I made him so aware that they even named a park after the whole thing. The crown jewel of Buffalo, and a place which I've been to so many times, I may as well live here. OK, confession, I do. I Yelp from the park. And I'm a dog. Please pet me. But really, Delaware Park is a beautiful emerald paradise in the middle of hell. Okay, it's hardly paradise, and Buffalo is actually lovely, not hellish - especially this lovely northern part of Buffalo. It's a wonderful and large park, complete with sexy rollerblading girls (and awkward rollerblading boys), with good looking basketball players, with okay looking soccer players, and lots and lots of boys walking cute dogs trying to use them to get girls' phone numbers. So basically it's a typical American park then. It really is a wonderful place to go and walk around, or play sports. I used to play for BSC International soccer team, whose home base was here, and it was an absolutely wonderful home base to play soccer in, good memories! read more

Delaware Park - These guys are a dangerous park gang. They're nuts. - Parks Near Me - Buffalo, New York

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This review is only intended to review the playground at Delaware park. I took my little cousins to go to the playground here since it is within walking distance from their home. If you are not aware the playground is located behind the zoo opposite of the zoo parking lot. It's a smaller playground but it is great for younger kids. It's usually pretty busy which is nice so the kids can make friends and interact with each other. For being such a large park I do wish the playground was a little bigger. There is plenty of space for a larger park. Just something for the park association to consider! read more

Came here to watch husband run in the JP Morgan Corporate Challenge and I got to check out the park a bit. I've only heard things about Delaware Park, but it's pretty big! We got a chance to walk around the outer "trail" of Delaware Park as well as check out the inside, and even though it was a rainy/gloomy day, it was gorgeous! Delaware Park has a grassy field area, walk-along-the-lake/Rose garden area, as well as an area with lots of trees (wouldn't quite say "foresty"). The Buffalo Zoo is right next door too. The only downside about the park is the parking. They have parking spots around the park but it's mostly one lane(?) of parking that's available. When there's a lot of people, you'll have to find street parking. :( read more

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Delaware Park is a huge multipurpose park. You have basketball courts, tennis courts, a section for soccer, a area also for practicing your golf swing, as well as a track for cycling or running. People also come here for events such as Shakespeare in the park, and exercising classes. The park is adjacent to the Buffalo zoo. So as you can see you can spend quite alot of time here. We'll worth the visit here. read more

Delaware Park - Parks Near Me - Buffalo, New York

I read that Delaware park is much better than central park and it does live to its fame. I don't think I have seen a better park in the states. It is so pretty, so well organized, hugeeeee, clean. Rose garden, Japanese garden, Shakespeare on the lawn, picturesque graveyard, soccer fields, golf fields, a beautiful (assuming artificial) lake and sculptures all around the park... it is a must visit when you visit Buffalo. Right next to art museum and the zoo. read more

Delaware Park - Parks Near Me - Buffalo, New York

Great park to get away from the hustle and bustle of the city!!! Great family environment!

Frederick Law Olmsted, one of the designers of New York City's Central Park, is responsible for the design of Buffalo's entire park system. Delaware Park, at 350 acres, is the city's central park and counts the wonderful Forest Lawn Cemetery, Buffalo Zoo, the Albright-Knox Art Gallery and the Buffalo & Erie County Historical Society as intimate neighbors. Frank Lloyd Wright's Darwin-Martin House, open for tours, is only a few blocks away. Although a small golf course and the Scajaquada Expressway have intruded on the character of the park, the park is still large enough to get a sense of Buffalo's grandeur, especially when experiencing the park at its Hoyt Lake. As Olmsted's Central Park languished for decades due to poor maintenance, Delaware Park, too, suffered. However, as the Central Park Conservancy saved its New York City jewel, Buffalo's Olmsted Parks Conservancy was created to rescue the entire park system. Their website, www.buffaloolmstedparks.org, provides good information and great hope for all of Buffalo's parks. read more

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Delaware Park is one of six major parks that are part of the Buffalo Olmsted Parks system which is maintained by the Buffalo Olmsted Park Conservancy. Besides the major parks the Conservancy maintains several circles, parkways, green spaces and their facilities. This park as well as the other green spaces were designed by the famous Frederick Law Olmsted. The man that also designed Central Park. Delaware Park is broken into two halves by the Scajaquada expressway. The east side of the park is referred to as Meadow Park which contains a golf course, soccer fields, baseball diamonds, a walking circle that measures 1.89 miles around. Besides being a major park the Buffalo Zoo is snuggled along the edge. The west side of the park, more commonly referred to as Hoyt Lake is home to a more natural terrain where a variety of animals can be witnessed throughout the year. Hoyt Lake, originally known as Mirror Lake is the centerpiece of the park and in 2013 a 50' fountain was installed that is remminsant of one that was previously in the lake. Hoyt Lake is actually a widening of the Scajaquada Creek which flows through Forest Lawn Cemetery and out into the Niagara River. When taking a stroll around the lake please note that one full circle is approximately 1.06 miles. When enjoying this or any of the other parks please be respectful of other park goers and nature. Help keep our city green places clean! read more

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Very nice park it has nice bike trail overall not dissatisfied. I would come here again.

Delaware Park is one of my favorite parks in the city. it's great for biking running walking the dogs rollerblading skateboarding etc. You can also play golf here, have a picnic, read a book, work out, etc. It's a very serene place and you wouldn't even know you're in the city. There are a lot of weddings here as well as receptions at the Terrace. read more

I've only been to Delaware Park to golf, but I really enjoyed playing there. The course is a simple layout, but it's wide open and great for all skill levels. read more

Delaware Park - Parks Near Me - Buffalo, New York

Delaware Park is a gem. The park is utilized in a way a park should be. There is basketball being played, bases being stolen, goals kicked in the net, birdies scored, kickball happening, dogs being walked, and runners and walkers galore. It is the perfect atmosphere for sports, a picnic, or just sitting down and talking with someone. Put this place on your summer bucket list. Maybe if you're lucky the buffalo will be out if you pass by the zoo portion of the park. read more

I love Delaware Park, always have it's a staple piece of what makes Buffalo Buffalo. It's a nice place for a walk any time of year, there are always events going on, and it's one of the cultural centers of Buffalo steeped in history and tradition. On one side you have the larger park with walking track, baseball fields, golf course, soccer, the zoo, Buffalo History museum and trails. On the other you have the lake side with Hoyt lake, the Marcy Casino, the Albright Knox Art museum, the woodsier part of the park, Shakespeare in the park and so much more! I come here all the time, frequenting both sides for a casual walk, an event, or whatever happens to be going on. Come enjoy one of Buffalo's treasures, there's always something to do! read more

Delaware Park is lovely no matter what time of year. It's my boyfriend's and my favorite local park to take our pup. It is required to leash all animals, but it's upsetting that law rarely gets enforced. This park is perfect for walking, running, cycling, skateboarding, rollerblading, etc. Tons of grassland to play with your dogs or set up a game of volleyball or soccer. During the summer, there's Shakespeare in the Park. Huge request would be to add more garbage cans throughout the paths. There's only one around the entire lake, and additional around the entrance. I don't ever mind picking up after my dog, but still would be nice to dispose of the tootsie rolls rather than it tag along the entire walk. Probably would be less poo on the ground, too! read more

I feel bad docking a star because of the whole "freeway through the middle of the park" thing, but it really does take away from both ambiance and convenience, especially when the added complication of roadwork makes it hard to figure out how to get to the part of the park you want if you're less familiar with the area. Case in point, the art museum and history museum are like a block away from each other but I didn't note a safe route between the two by foot. I'm not saying it doesn't exist, but it's not readily apparent. In addition to the museums, Delaware Park is home to the Buffalo Zoo, a Japanese garden, rose garden, lakes and various other amenities, including a playground somewhere. It's a great park, but not the kind of place you can escape traffic noise and lose yourself in nature, or even travel with ease between park amenities and points of interest. read more

This is without doubt one of my favorite places in Buffalo. I often come to use their tracks for walking/running. However they have so much more to offer. You can play golf, tenis, basketball... or just stop to take a break and enjoy the view. read more

Delaware Park - Parks Near Me - Buffalo, New York

The largest and best green space in the city! Ring road for walkers and bikers, golf course, tennis courts, baseball diamonds... Delaware Park has it all. All we need there is an enclosed dog park... Great space for recreation, a walk, a picnic. read more

Delaware Park is the crown jewel of the Buffalo Parks system. There really isn't a ton to say about the park that other people haven't already, but I really love that this park is within walking distance for me. When the weather is nice and things are clear, being able to walk down here and then do a circuit of the park is one of my favorite ways to get exercise. It's also a great place for people watching! read more

Delaware Park - Delaware Park in the early autumn. - Parks Near Me - Buffalo, New York

It's all been said before. Historic beautiful park, unfortunately bisected by short sighted urban planners. I do wish the zoo had an additional entrance on the Colvin Rd side and some bathrooms accessible throughout winter. But happy they've added another water fountain (for people AND dogs) along the 198 side of the loop. And if they'd get rid of that absurd excuse for a golf course and create nature trails, it'd be damn near perfect. read more

Delaware Park - Parks Near Me - Buffalo, New York

Took the metro to go for a walk here and it's mostly dedicated to golfing. Walking paths and large trees, but nothing overly special or unique about this park. read more

Delaware park, a lovely place! Me and my sister love to hang out near the lake or near the flower garden, its beautiful there all year round and just defiantly deserves this 5 stars! read more

Very nice and clean park. Soccer fields, tennis courts, basketball courts and a gulf course. All are in the area of the park. There is a small lake, middle of the park. A great place to ride a bike, walk and jog. read more

Very large park with many uses (walking/biking paths, golf course, soccer fields, baseball and tennis courts, baseball diamonds, Shakespearean theater, rose garden, Japanese garden...) My only criticisms are that the 198 makes moving from one side of the park to the other unpleasant and inconvenient, and I would love to see a dog park added somewhere in the many acres of green space read more

Delaware Park - Dog on Shakespeare Hill. - Parks Near Me - Buffalo, New York

When I moved into my current apartment I was so excited. Sure, it's a beautiful North Buffalo home with natural woodwork. I was moving in with my fiance. But my excitement mainly stemmed from the proximity to this lovely park. Designed by Olmstead it really is a great spot. Sprawling across a small expressway and inching into two neighborhoods it is like a central park for Buffalo. The ring road is the part of the park that is "mine" and although it sounds boring it's quite nice for a walk, a short run or even a quick bike ride. Rollerbladers and dog walkers are also fans of this paved road! The zoo is close by and sometimes you can sneak a peek of buffalo or giraffes... pretty darn cool! The other side of this park has lovely Hoyt Lake and the Marcy Casino which can be rented out for events. My fiances firm had their Christmas party here and it was quite lovely. Certainly a great park for ALL your park needs! read more

Delaware Park is a huge park with many activities available. From the adjacent zoo, to boating Hoyt Lake in the summer, to Shakespeare in the Park, to the playground by the Rose Garden, to running/walking/biking the loop, to the adjacent Albright Knox Art Museum, to the adjacent Buffalo History Museum and Japanese Garden, this park really has something for everyone. Many organized sports use this park, so you usually can catch a baseball game or rugby game or soccer game happening. There are also tennis courts and a golf course open to the public. While there are a few porta potties, there aren't a ton of actual bathrooms, so plan accordingly. :) read more

"What the heck! Where did this road come from?" - The turtle I saw bravely crossing the Scajaquada ********************************************************************** Designed by the same man that designed Central Park in NYC, Delaware Park is a beautiful haven in the center of the city. After moving here from Virginia, I was delighted to find a place where you can take a blanket under a tree as well as enjoy a Shakespeare play on a summer evening. It doesn't take long to find out that this park is special. Hoyt Lake sits at the center and is surrounded by willow trees that dip their branches into the water. As I've jogged by the lake, I've seen lovers sitting by the water's edge, a father laughing as he rows his kids on the water, and plenty of others walking their dogs or just enjoying conversation. With Shakespeare Hill overlooking the lake, providing a venue for Shakespeare plays on evenings throughout the summer, this portion of the park is enough in itself to warrant five stars. I agree with the aforementioned turtle in that the only awkward thing about Delaware Park is that the 198 splits it in two with a walkway providing a connection between the two. I enjoy the convenience of the 198 when commuting to work so I can't complain too much but in a perfect world where turtles don't have to risk their lives, the park would certainly be united. The north side of the park offers tennis courts, baseball fields, basketball courts, and plenty of space for golfers to practice their approach. You could certainly make a case that the park is appropriately divided since the two sides of the park definitely have different feels, the north side being more active and the south side being more tranquil. With such a beautiful park, I just wish the summer was longer here. read more

Such a beautiful park. I love walking or running around hoyt lake! This place has such beautiful scenery year round, but especially in the fall and when the sun is setting read more

As far as parks go, this is Buffalo's crown jewel. I however would avoid at all cost the section between the Albright Knox and S-Curves. That section of the park is a prime example of what happens when city employees unionize and get 12 coffee breaks before lunch time. The water is filled with trash, cans, bottles, mosquitoes the size of a Mini Cooper, skateboarders on the staircases, etc. Stick to the Ring Road portion, near Nottingham. read more

Coming from NYC, this is no Central Park, but I've come to really like this park. Too bad the 198 cuts it in half--seriously who came up with that idea? F*&%ing moron... I come here all the time to picnic, watch Shakespeare in the Park, field trip with students, take short and long runs, play Frisbee, and all around just hang out. Pros: -Hoyt lake (great for short runs ~1 mile if you run the loop around it) -Maintained well (I always see people cleaning, planting, pruning etc.) -Lots of space to do different activities (running, cycling, tennis, soccer, sit around, fishing, picnicing etc.) -Lots of different sections (Hoyt lake, Japanese garden, golf course area, zoo area, big loop etc.) -Big loop (~1.5 miles-1.8, good for running bc theres lots to look at.) Cons: -Not too safe at night (I used to work overnights at the Zoo and cars used to get broken into. Hooligan kids also roam the park at night being jerks. I personally wouldn't go here at night esp. after it got dark. But this place is totally safe during the day! Definitely bring bug spray if you're prone to getting bit. You're fine if you're running but if you're still you're going to be bait! read more

I love this park! It's a beautiful and well kept large park on the North side of Buffalo. It's my favorite place to go run because it's just so big! You can run the track that loops the golf course/baseball diamonds/soccer fields/basketball courts, or you can follow the path past the additional tennis courts and over the 198 and run around Hoyt lake, the Rose Garden, Shakespeare Hill, and Marcy Casino. Or you can keep going along the same side of the road and enjoy the Japanese Garden behind the Buffalo History Museum and that beautiful pond. It's perfect for all people, and it's a good way to get in several miles. It might be a little crowded sometimes, but it's so big there are always places to find parking. Besides, most of the runners come from the surrounding neighborhoods, so they just run there anyways. Watch out for cyclists and dogs! read more