Prospect Park

It is so fun for kids and adults for family fun I totally recommend this park if you want to have a picnic

I went to Prospect Park for a picnic hang earlier this month during a quick trip to New York. One of my best friends lives in the neighborhood, and she invited me to a Saturday outing with a mutual friend I hadn't seen in years. Everyone came with kids and we all had a lovely time.

I was staying in Manhattan and it was a bit of an ordeal getting here with my four-year-old (who does, thankfully, love the subway). We took a long train ride, then a cab to what I thought was the Prospect Park picnic house, but which turned out to be a random building outside of the park entrance, with another long walk to the picnic area. It was all worth it, but take note that the park is enormous, closer in purpose to Central Park than a neighborhood park with a little playground. I'd budgeted four hours for this excursion including travel time, with a work obligation on the back end, and it was tight.

The picnic area was expansive and idyllic, and on the first Saturday in June, it was busy with families without feeling hectic or crowded. We (and by we, I mean my friends; I contributed nothing) brought bagels and soft drinks and sundry snack items, and sat out on blankets catching up while the kids either entertained themselves or sulked safely in view.

After the picnic, my friend and I decided to walk over to the Prospect Park Zoo, also within the park, with our four-year-old sons and a huge stroller full of picnic supplies. The walk ended up taking a good hour, with various detours across dirt paths. (We may not be the best navigators.) It was a pretty walk, though, and it gave me an even better sense of the park's grandeur.

The zoo was fun too, even though my kid and I had to leave after like 20 minutes. We enjoyed our adventures in Prospect Park and hope to come back. It's an amazing resource for both locals and stressed out tourists.

We recently visited Prospect Park in Brooklyn, and it lived up to the hype. Like Central Park in Manhattan, Prospect Park is huge and very shady.

Given its size, renting a city bike was a great idea to explore the park's uphills and downhills. Although we didn't get to see the waterfalls, the park itself was impressive and very big. Definitely worth checking out if you're in Brooklyn!"

I work in the area, so I'm always in PP, I love it.

Just think it's needs a little more up keeping.

There's should be rules when it's comes to the dogs, as I've seen poop left back by dog owners.

First time at Prospect Park. We walked around where the pond was and saw swans, turtles, and lots of cute dogs. A lot of people were biking and on a run. The weather was beautiful and can't wait to come back and check out the rest of the park, even the zoo.

Prospect park is filled with wonderful activities, places to see, and lots of awesome organizations that you can be part of.
Prospect Park has lots of history to it since being made in 1905, it's a signature element of Brooklyn's history.

This park brings lots of culture to it and events and activities for groups of people of all ages and cultures. The park as many events and activities that teach the public about the park and ways to preserve it. There are many organizations and programs that brings the public into the park regularly to participate in the different ways of caring for and learning about the park. There are many volunteer and job opportunities available at the park and since it is so close to Brooklyn's botanic gardens, and many schools and in a residential area, there are many programs and activities that are catered to kids with some child care programs that partner with the park.

I highly recommend giving prospect park a visit at any time of the year!!

WOW, what do I add about this beautiful park that already hasn't been highlighted. Growing up in Brooklyn this was our go to spot for cookouts and parties. I don't think I appreciated its beauty until I got older.

I recently visited this park and walked around and enjoyed people watching. Everyone was just enjoying the beautiful weather in this gorgeous, greenery park. There are tons of activities you can do like exercise, kayak, sit by the lake, visit the zoo etc... There's something for all ages and interests.

I enjoyed the different places you can sit and reflect and take care of your business. This park is a must visit when you're in Brooklyn.

This park is so big and has such lovely views. It's very dog friendly and I love how there's multiple places to look and sit at.

Awesome park, hang out or work out or walk around.Perfect for marathons, picnics, biking, BBQs in summer. I usually make a full circle. Good for dogs. Lately I noticed an unusual amount of dry dead trees that simply fell apart, I do not know what is causing it so I am not going to speculate.

One of the best parks in Brooklyn, perfect for sports, jogging, cycling, picnicking and BBQ's and so much more! Prospect Park really offers something for everyone. Venture off into one of the nature trails and get lost by the little lake and quickly forget you are still in the city! Lots of free concerts and events, a farmers marker, roller rink, ice skating, paddle boats and plenty of space to do nothing but relax. Several kids play grounds on the east and westside of the park and no lack of absolutely beautiful architecture, this place remains one of my favorites parts of Brooklyn forever.

Prospect Park is a huge beautiful park in Brooklyn that is bordered by a number of neighborhoods. The major entrances are all impressive. Design was by the same man who created Central Park, but I'm told that he considered Prospect Park his crowning glory.

When my son lived in Carroll Gardens we would take the F or G train to 7th Ave in Park Slope so my Grandson could go to Harmony Playground. It's a great spot for playground equipment with lots of room for kids to scoot & or learn to bike. Following the playground, it was a relatively short walk to a great dinner spot in Park Slope.

I'm seeing a completely different part of Prospect Park since my son moved to Windsor Terrace. To get to the park, you only have to cross the street. Who can ask for better? There is easy access to the running trail that my son uses. Benches line the walking trail where I sit & watch my Grandson biking. There's also a short path to the lake. A bench provided easy access to watching my Grandson skip stones on the late December ice covering.

The Main Entrance to the park is majestic, anchored by Grand Army Plaza & featuring the Soldiers & Sailors Arch.

The area where Prospect Park was built was chosen because it played a major part in the Battle of Brooklyn during the Revolutionary War. Remains of fallen Patriots, along with fortifications & gun pits were found when the park was built. I have long wanted to be able to venture far enough into the park to see the memorials, including one commemorating a storied Maryland Regiment at the base of Lookout Hill. The history of the Battle of Brooklyn is fascinating. Thus Prospect Park holds a lure that exceeds being an integral green space in the midst of a busy city.

There is something for everyone in Prospect Park, including a plethora of benches for this Grandmother & history that I long to explore.