Clason Point Park

i am really enjoyed this place, and i will go next summer again.

Beautiful views by the water in this Bronx park. Good for a walk, summer bbq or take the ferry to Manhattan. Night time views are a vibe too. NYC Parks just NEEDS TO INSTALL RESTROOMS please it’s crazy there’s none I had to mention that haha. Best part is the hidden path at Clason Point Park it’s called Shorehaven Greenway it’s a low key path in the back that closes at sundown it’s a gem ☀️

For an average sized park, this one has quite a lot going for it. Its main area is quite nice to walk through, with benches where you can sit down to eat any food you brought with an absolutely gorgeous view of the city skyline and the Whitestone Bridge, and you can access the NYC Ferry from this area as well. The other area is also rather nice, with an athletic field, a playground (that had most of the swings gone last time I was there), and, of course, a nice walking trail. Not to mention, the views of the aforementioned city skyline and bridge get even more gorgeous at night, and you can see numerous people hanging out and playing music (which is never really that loud), and playing with their kids. I even saw some people fishing. Yet another 10/10 park that I definitely recommend visiting before winter hits. A hidden gem in a secluded, yet peaceful neighborhood.

Surrounding area is very busy with locals and visitors having picnics, kids playing everywhere, cars double parked and trash everywhere. There was loud music coming from several different groups including one that had DJ style equipment. At sunset the cops came to get everyone to disburse, and it sure took them a long time. The only nice part was the area where the ferry was located it was clean, and well lit.

This was my first time riding the NYC Ferry and I found it very enjoyable and quick to arrive at my destination. It was clean, they snacks and drinks to buy inside. Great for when you don't want to drive into the city.