Prospect Park
Prospect Park is a vast and beautiful urban oasis with 585 acres of beautifully landscaped greenspace and water features

In the Park Slope section of Brooklyn, Prospect Park is a unique urban oasis featuring 585 landscaped acres designed by Frederick Law Olmstead and Calvert Vaux, the architectural design team responsible for Manhattan's Central Park.
Olmstead and Vaux accentuated the unique beauty of Prospect Park's natural and geological characteristics with a man-made Watercourse featuring an intricate system of pools, streams, waterfalls and islands culminating in a 60 acre lake. Inspired by the pristine streams of the Adirondack Mountains in upstate New York, the Watercourse winds through deep gorges and 146 acres of forest known as the Ravine District. To preserve the landscape design, the Prospect Park Alliance launched a $43 million dollar restoration project to preserve the Watercourse and the Ravine over the next 25 years.
With over eight million visitors annually, there is something for all members of the family. Popular activities in Prospect Park include bird watching, biking, hiking, pedal-boating and fishing. In the winter months, the rolling hillsides are perfect for sledding. Many sports and fitness facilities are available, including two major league size baseball fields and an indoor-outdoor tennis center. The Prospect Park Children's Corner is a unique destination for fun, exploration, and education with several playground facilities and a landmark Carousel. The Long Meadow Dog Beach will be a favourite with your favourite pooch and the Park has specified off-leash hours for lots of fun with Fido.
Prospect Park is home to many cultural attractions, including The Prospect Park Zoo, Audubon Center and Lefferts Historic House. The Prospect Park Bandshell is the main venue for Celebrate Brooklyn Performing Arts Festival offering live outdoor entertainment performances and concerts every summer. On Saturdays, Prospect Park hosts the one of the largest organic farmer's greenmarkets in New York City.
Nearby attractions include Brooklyn Botanic Garden, Brooklyn Academy of Music, Brooklyn Museum of Art and Brooklyn Bridge.
Facts For Your Visit
Fee: NoProspect Park Hours:
Opening hours may differ on holidays
- Monday: 6:00 AM – 1:00 AM
- Tuesday: 6:00 AM – 1:00 AM
- Wednesday: 6:00 AM – 1:00 AM
- Thursday: 6:00 AM – 1:00 AM
- Friday: 6:00 AM – 1:00 AM
- Saturday: 6:00 AM – 1:00 AM
- Sunday: 6:00 AM – 1:00 AM
Address: Brooklyn, NY, USA
Phone: (718) 965-8951
Official Website: Prospect Park
Prospect Park Reviews
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Among all parks in NYC, it has each and every element of a great park. It’s missing nothing. Very organized, clean, and safe. Visually incredible, especially in summer and spring. The middle lake makes it a very welcoming place for many kinds of ducks and other birds. Also, the vibe is real; you’re going to find many running and cycling groups here. Additionally, the middle field is a great place to sit and hang out.
Hasanul Banna - a week ago
Absolutely breathtaking when it snows. Swans, ducks, geese and seagulls at the semi-frozen lake. Young kids sledding, snow sculptures, dogs running around. Scenic walk which is a nice break from the city.
Sagar Bhatt Karia - a week ago
I recently visited Prospect Park during the fall, and it was an amazing experience. The park offers a massive green space that feels like a peaceful retreat in the middle of the city. It’s ideal for couples, friends, and families to gather, relax, and enjoy the beautiful surroundings. The fall foliage adds a stunning layer of color, making the park even more scenic and inviting.
Whether you’re there for a casual walk, a picnic, or just to enjoy the fresh air, there’s something for everyone. The park’s open layout gives you plenty of room to spread out and enjoy nature without feeling crowded. It’s the perfect place to unwind and appreciate the beauty of the season. I highly recommend visiting, especially during the fall when the leaves are changing!
MrsKwon P - 3 months ago
By far the best oversized park in NYC, the true masterpiece of urban landscape architecture and making Central Park look so stale and flaccid by comparison. Highly recommend walking to the top of Lookout Hill for actual natural elevation in Brooklyn and The Vale to get full lost in the woods while being in the heart of Brooklyn!
Allie - 2 weeks ago
Great route for exercise whether you like to run or bike since half the route is at an incline & the other half a decline. Go during the week for less of a crowd. Also, highly recommend bringing a hammock & good book or friends with hammocks to setup for a relaxing afternoon. The fall leaves 🍁are beautiful. Spring 🌱 is perfect for the Botanical Gardens at the north end. There's also a nice local market that gets setup (not sure what time of year) at the north end under the beautiful arch, by the library.
R - 2 months ago
Directions
Subway Line | Nearest Station | Walking Time |
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F or G | 15 Street - Prospect Park | 1 minute |
2 or 3 | Grand Army Plaza | 5 minutes |
B, Q or S | Prospect Park | 2 minutes |
How to get to Prospect Park by Subway
For the west side of the park take the F or G train to 15th Street / Prospect Park Station and cross the road into the park. For the east side of the park take the B, Q or S train to Prospect Park Station, exit and go right (east) into the park. For the north end of the park take a 2 or 3 train to Grand Army Plaza and walk south along Flatbush Avenue and Grand Army Plaza into the park.
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