Shirley Chisholm State Park

About

Park on a former landfill overlooking Jamaica Bay, with trails, picnic spots & NYC skyline views.

Visitors rate it highly — 4.6 out of 5 across 1,563 Google reviews.

It keeps the same hours every day — 8:00 AM – 6:30 PM — which makes planning simple. Parking is the easy part: a free lot and free street parking. And if it does not suit, 15 more state parks in New York are listed further down this page.

The quick take

Drawn from this listing's ratings, amenities, hours and how it stacks up against other state parks in New York.

What works

Consistently well reviewed
4.6 stars held across 1,563 reviews is not a fluke — people keep going back.
A genuine local landmark
1,563 reviews is the kind of number a place only reaches when the whole city knows it.
Open every day
The same hours all week (8:00 AM – 6:30 PM), so there is no schedule to memorise.
Works with kids
Flagged as family-friendly, which usually means room to run and somewhere for the adults to sit.
Free parking
A free lot and free street parking — one less thing to pay for.

Worth knowing first

Dogs are not permitted
Leave them at home, or look at the dog parks listed for the same city instead.
Popular enough to be busy
1,563 reviews cuts both ways. Weekend afternoons draw a crowd, so go early or go midweek if you want it quiet.
A narrow window to fit it in
Open 8:00 AM – 6:30 PM and no longer — an evening visit is out.

Planning a visit

General guidance for state parks, adjusted for what this listing records.

What to expect

State-managed land that usually folds trails, picnic areas and some kind of water access into one place.

A good fit for day-trippers who want variety without a long drive.

When to go

Weekdays skip the day-use queue. Check the park website for seasonal closures. The gates are open 8:00 AM – 6:30 PM.

What to bring

Cash or card for day-use fees
Picnic supplies
Bug spray in warm months

Hours

Monday: 8:00 AM – 6:30 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 6:30 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 6:30 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM – 6:30 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM – 6:30 PM
Saturday: 8:00 AM – 6:30 PM
Sunday: 8:00 AM – 6:30 PM

Amenities

No Dogs Allowed

Family Friendly

Parking Available

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Common questions about Shirley Chisholm State Park

What is Shirley Chisholm State Park?

Park on a former landfill overlooking Jamaica Bay, with trails, picnic spots & NYC skyline views. It is a state park in New York, NY, at J4WG+5M.

What are the opening hours at Shirley Chisholm State Park?

Shirley Chisholm State Park is open 8:00 AM – 6:30 PM every day of the week.

Are dogs allowed at Shirley Chisholm State Park?

No. Shirley Chisholm State Park is not listed as allowing dogs.

Is there parking at Shirley Chisholm State Park?

Parking options here include a free lot and free street parking.

Is Shirley Chisholm State Park good for kids?

Yes — Shirley Chisholm State Park is flagged as family-friendly.

How is Shirley Chisholm State Park rated?

Shirley Chisholm State Park holds 4.6 out of 5 stars from 1,563 Google reviews.

What else is nearby?

New York has 15 other state parks listed on AllParx, including Little Island's Glockenspiel, Clay Pit Ponds Interpretive Center and Gantry Plaza State Park.