Valley Stream State Park

About

Community park with family & exercise nature trails plus ball fields & spots for horseshoes & bocce.

Visitors rate it highly — 4.6 out of 5 across 2,746 Google reviews.

It keeps the same hours every day — 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM — which makes planning simple. Parking is the easy part: a free lot, a paid lot, free street parking and metered 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 2,746 reviews is not a fluke — people keep going back.
A genuine local landmark
2,746 reviews is the kind of number a place only reaches when the whole city knows it.
Open every day
The same hours all week (7:00 AM – 7:00 PM), so there is no schedule to memorise.
Dogs welcome
Listed as dog-friendly — bring the leash and waste bags anyway.
Works with kids
Flagged as family-friendly, which usually means room to run and somewhere for the adults to sit.

Worth knowing first

Popular enough to be busy
2,746 reviews cuts both ways. Weekend afternoons draw a crowd, so go early or go midweek if you want it quiet.

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 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM.

What to bring

Cash or card for day-use fees
Picnic supplies
Bug spray in warm months
Leash and waste bags

Hours

Monday: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Thursday: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Friday: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Saturday: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Sunday: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM

Amenities

Dogs Allowed

Family Friendly

Parking Available

Featured in

Common questions about Valley Stream State Park

What is Valley Stream State Park?

Community park with family & exercise nature trails plus ball fields & spots for horseshoes & bocce. It is a state park in New York, NY, at State Park Rd.

What are the opening hours at Valley Stream State Park?

Valley Stream State Park is open 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM every day of the week.

Are dogs allowed at Valley Stream State Park?

Yes — Valley Stream State Park is listed as dog-friendly. Leash rules still vary from area to area, so watch for posted signs.

Is there parking at Valley Stream State Park?

Parking options here include a free lot, a paid lot, free street parking and metered street parking.

Is Valley Stream State Park good for kids?

Yes — Valley Stream State Park is flagged as family-friendly.

How is Valley Stream State Park rated?

Valley Stream State Park holds 4.6 out of 5 stars from 2,746 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.