The National Parks
of New York Harbor
Although visitors and residents of the New York metropolitan area enjoy
the many parks that are maintained by New York City, there is also a wealth of park
sites managed by the National Park Service. Whether you're looking to visit
famous national monuments, explore historic military sites, or relax at one of our
many recreation areas, there is something for everyone.
The links below will give you specific information on the resources available
and the best way to plan your visit. For additional information, please contact
the individual site or telephone our Public Affairs Office at (718) 354-4606.
Harbor
Statue of Liberty
Ellis Island Immigration Museum
Manhattan
Federal Hall The site of George Washington's first inauguration.
Castle Clinton New York City's first harbor defense site.
Hamilton Grange The former home of Alexander Hamilton.
Grant's Tomb The burial site of General Ulysses S. Grant.
Theodore Roosevelt's Birthplace The birthplace of the 26th President of the United States.
Brooklyn and Queens
Jamaica Bay Wildlife Refuge The largest bird sanctuary in the northeastern United States.
Jacob Riis Park/Fort Tilden One of the most famous beaches in New York City.
Floyd Bennett Field New York City's first municipal airport and later an important naval air station.
Canarsie Pier A great place to relax and enjoy the best fishing on Jamaica Bay.
Staten Island
Fort Wadsworth "The Guardian of the Narrows" that once controlled the entrance to New York Harbor.
Miller Field General recreation and a home to many of the island's sports leagues.
Great Kills Park Recreation on the southern tip of Staten Island.
New Jersey
Sandy Hook Some of the best beach recreation in the metropolitan area.
Fort Hancock on Sandy Hook The former harbor defense site that contains the oldest lighthouse in America.
Mount Vernon, New York
Saint Paul's Church Discover Revolutionary War history.
If you would like information on other national parks, visit
the official Web site of the National Park Service at www.nps.gov
by clicking on one of the following buttons:
Last Updated:Wednesday, 22-Dec-2004 10:16:46 EST
http://www.nps.gov/nycparks/index.htm
Author: Brian Feeney
