Floyd Bennett Field

Control Tower at Ryan Visitor Center

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Quick Facts

Amenities

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Beach/Water Access, Canoe/Kayak/Small Boat Launch, Firewood For Sale/Available, Fishing Licenses Issued, Gifts/Souvenirs/Books, Information, Information - Maps Available, Information - Ranger/Staff Member Present, Information Kiosk/Bulletin Board, Parking - Auto, Restroom, Restroom - Accessible, Toilet - Flush, Trailhead, Wheelchair Accessible

Floyd Bennett Field was New York City’s first municipal airport; later it became a World War II naval air station. Today this area includes over 1,300 acres of grassland, saltmarshes, tidal mudflats, a marina, and the former airfield, including a control tower and terminal that is now the William Fitts Ryan Visitor Center (Ryan Visitor Center). Many recreational opportunities are available, including biking, archery, and fishing. Floyd Bennett Field is open daily from 6 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Get Started

Visit the Ryan Visitor Center to find out all the park has to offer. 

Facilities

Ryan Visitor Center: Learn about the aviation history of Floyd Bennett Field. [phone]. 
Hangar B: Explore historic aircraft. Open Saturdays 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Seaplane Kayak Launch: Launch your kayak or other small craft here.
Moonbeam Marina: Located across from the entrance to Floyd Bennett Field, this marina has more than 500 slips. Find out more here, or call [phone].
Archery Range: Permits are required to use the archery field. Permits are $75 annually. Please call [phone] for more information.

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