Location: Far Rockaway
Top Things to do in Far Rockaway
The 5 Best Nature & Parks in Far Rockaway, New York (NY)
Far Rockaway is a neighborhood on the Rockaway Peninsula in the New York City borough of Queens in the United States. It is the easternmost section of the Rockaways. The neighborhood starts at the Nassau County line and extends west to Beach 32nd Street. The neighborhood is part of Queens Community Board 14.
Restaurants in Far Rockaway
1. Rockaway Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 206 reviews
Long Island beach in Queens borough that can be reached by subway. Popular destination for New Yorkers in mid-20th century, still pleasant to visit.
Reviewed By gnaturecenter - Cheshire, United States
I have lived in Belle Harbor and Rockaway almost all my life. The Beach is a free one. Parking in the higher numbers is difficult. Best to come by ferry or mass transit. Further down, there are food services, bathrooms and ba nice boardwalk.
2. Jamaica Bay Wildlife Refuge Vstr. Cntr. - Gateway National Recreation Area
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 35 reviews
Reviewed By MarciaA131 - Bayside, United States
I grew up in Far Rockaway but never knew that this wildlife refuge was there. I recently moved back to New York and decided to venture over there and look around. The staff at the nature center helped guide me through the place and recommended different parts of the refuge to go to. I tried the West Pond and East Pond and was not disappointed. Lots to see! It is a huge area so I recommend comfortable sneakers or hiking boots and you need a few hours to look around and see the beautiful birds, especially waterfowl.
3. Riis Beach
4. Jacob Riis Park
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 98 reviews
Reviewed By john7002017 - Selmer, United States
Broke my wrist here when I was 10 by running on the outside of the boardwalk rail and falling off. The life guards took good care of me. Always has been a beautiful beach. Last visit 1973
