Shirley Chisholm State Park

New York State Park · Kings County

CountyKings
CampingDay use only

Shirley Chisholm State Park entrance fee

Park Admission: NO Vehicle Use Fee! Bike Library free! Environmental education programs free!

Shirley Chisholm State Park hours

The park is open year round, 8:00 am - dusk.

2026 Bike Library Season

April 30 - November 1

Bike Loans Season: April 30 - November 1

First Ride Out - 10am

Last Ride Out - 4pm or 1 hour before last entry into park

We offer on-line reservations on the hour, from 10am - 4pm via the links below.

We also offer the opportunity to register on-site on the half hour, from 10:30am - 3:30pm.

Hours as published by NY State Parks. Check the official page before a long drive.

About Shirley Chisholm State Park

Named for the Brooklyn-born first African American congresswoman, and the first woman and African American to run for President. The park rises 130 feet above sea level on some of the highest ground in the city.

Things to do

  • 🥾 Hiking
  • 🚲 Biking
  • 🎣 Fishing

Amenities & facilities

  • 🌞 Day Use Only

Contact

Phone718-277-2420

AddressMailing Address: 950 Fountain Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11239

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