Know before you go
Hi, I'm Eve. Here are a few practical things to know before exploring McCarren Park.
Local know-how to help you travel smarter and make the most of every moment.
Explore the lush landscapes and vibrant community events at McCarren Park, a must-visit urban oasis in the heart of Brooklyn, New York.
Nestled between the vibrant neighborhoods of Williamsburg and Greenpoint, McCarren Park offers tourists an expansive green space for relaxation, recreation, and cultural events. With its beautiful landscapes, sports facilities, and inviting atmosphere, it's an essential stop for anyone exploring Brooklyn.
Opening times, essentials, and a few local tips gathered into one calmer, easier-to-scan planning section.
Hi, I'm Eve. Here are a few practical things to know before exploring McCarren Park.
Local know-how to help you travel smarter and make the most of every moment.
Subway
From Jersey City, head to the PATH train station at Exchange Place or Journal Square. Take the PATH train towards World Trade Center. Get off at 14th Street station. Once you exit the station, transfer to the L train at 8th Avenue and 14th Street, heading towards Canarsie-Rockaway Parkway. Get off at the Lorimer Street station. McCarren Park is a short walk from the station; head east on Lorimer Street for about 5 minutes until you reach 776 Lorimer St.
Bus
From Jersey City, you can take the NJ Transit bus #119 or #120 to New York Port Authority Bus Terminal. From there, transfer to the L train at 8th Avenue and 14th Street, heading towards Canarsie-Rockaway Parkway. Get off at the Lorimer Street station. Walk east on Lorimer Street for about 5 minutes to reach McCarren Park at 776 Lorimer St.
Ferry
Take the NY Waterway ferry from the Harborside terminal in Jersey City to the 39th Street terminal in Manhattan. From there, walk to the nearest subway station, which is the 39th Street stop on the N train line. Take the N train towards Astoria-Ditmars Blvd and transfer to the L train at the 14th Street-Union Square station. Get off at Lorimer Street station, and walk east on Lorimer Street for about 5 minutes to reach McCarren Park.
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