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Valley Stream State Park

Valley Stream State Park Rd.

Valley Stream, NY 11580

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Valley Stream State Park is a day-use picnic facility next to a highly-developed residential area. The park offers picnic areas with tables, fireplaces and grills; children's play areas; horseshoe, volleyball, basketball, bocce ball courts; ball fields; nature trails, and cross-country ski trails. The Squirrel Nut and Hickory Nut nature trails give children the opportunity to explore the various habitats within the park. The park has a walking course, a half-mile loop with 15 stations, at which walkers can complete a variety of stretching and strengthening exercises. It is a unique outdoor exercise adventure with a focus on cardiovascular fitness, vitality and longevity for all ages. 

Amenities and Activities:

Our parks and historic sites have countless amenities and activities to make your visit fun and enjoyable. Accessible indicates that, to the extent practicable, this facility or activity meets the Americans with Disabilities Act accessibility standards. It is strongly recommended that you contact the facility in advance for a full description of what you can expect.

• Biking
• Empire Passport Accepted
• Food
• Grills
• Nature Trails
• Pavilions (Accessible)
• Picnic Tables (Accessible)
• Playgrounds (Accessible)
• Playing Fields
• Recreation Programs (Accessible)
• X-Country Skiing

 

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AARP Events for Valley Stream

AARP Events for Valley Stream

• Featured Event

  Shed the Meds & Shred the Paper

  Saturday, Nov 16, 2024 at 10:00 a.m. ET

  Clinton G. Martin Park

  New Hyde Park, NY

• Featured Event

  Celebrating Free Movies Turning 50: 'Earthquake'

  Tuesday, Nov 19, 2024 at 1:30 p.m. ET

  Cinema Arts Centre

  Huntington, NY

• Cooking Class with Chef Christine: Get Ready for Thanksgiving!

  Saturday, Nov 2, 2024 at 11:00 a.m. ET

  Zoom and Facebook

  Online Event

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						<p style="text-align: justify;">Valley Stream State Park is a day-use picnic facility next to a highly-developed residential area. The park offers picnic areas with tables, fireplaces and grills; children's play areas; horseshoe, volleyball, basketball, bocce ball courts; ball fields; nature trails, and cross-country ski trails. The Squirrel Nut and Hickory Nut nature trails give children the opportunity to explore the various habitats within the park. The park has a walking course, a half-mile loop with 15 stations, at which walkers can complete a variety of stretching and strengthening exercises. It is a unique outdoor exercise adventure with a focus on cardiovascular fitness, vitality and longevity for all ages.&nbsp;</p>
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