With summer in full swing, Brooklyn’s parks become some of the most beloved destinations in the city, buzzing with locals and visitors soaking up the sunshine. From waterfront views to shady trails and family-friendly lawns, there’s a green space for everyone in this vibrant borough. We asked three BHS Brooklyn agents to share their favorite parks—and what makes each one truly special. Whether you're looking for a quiet escape, a weekend picnic spot, or a lively place to people-watch, their picks offer something unique. Read on to discover their go-to park escapes and why they stand out from the rest.

Owl's Head Park – Peter Grazioli

"If I had the perfect afternoon at Owl's Head Park, I'd be enjoying the view and lawns, having lunch while kids played." – Peter Grazioli

What are your top 3 favorite things about Owl's Head Park?

The view of the Narrows, Dog Run, and the skateboard park.

Do you have a go-to spot you love most?

The high point overlooking the narrows (Observatory Tower) 

What makes Owl's Head Park special?

It has historical history, and was once the Estate of the Bliss family. 

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Brooklyn Bridge Park – Margaret Monsor

"The perfect afternoon at Brooklyn Bridge Park starts with a stop at Luke’s Lobster Roll under the Brooklyn Bridge, then proceeds to a bench on Pier 1 to enjoy a mini picnic and watch the harbor activity. Boats, ferries and aircraft dart everywhere, against the serene backdrop of the city skyline, the Statue of Liberty and Governor's Island. Is it the lobster roll that emotes the smell of salt water or the spray being churned up by the passing ferry? You can trick yourself into thinking you are no longer in the city. Then it is back to Old Fulton Ferry to collect an ice cream cone from The Brooklyn Ice Cream Factory before walking up the steep Columbia Heights hill.  Once at the top, there is a bit more bench sitting and gazing at the harbor from the Brooklyn Promenade before heading back to life in real estate." – Margaret Monsor

What are your top 3 favorite things about Brooklyn Bridge Park?

Summer Thursday’s Movie Nights and looking for birds at the marsh section on Pier 1, Janes Carousel, and the Brooklyn Promenade.

Do you have a go-to spot you love most?

Pier 1 is my favorite because there are walkways and winding paths that take you from Brooklyn Heights to the Harbor.  From the top of Squibb Park Bridge the entire park, city and harbor are before you. Once entering the lush walkways along the marshes, there are birds and wildlife everywhere.  Early spring mornings it is not unusual to find a heron looking for a meal, along with red winged black birds, swallows and a fine collection of water fowl. (Additional birds and wildlife can be found on Piers 4 & 6.) After a walk up the berm and through the trees, then I head for a bench right along the harbor.

What makes Brooklyn Bridge Park special?

The Brooklyn Bridge Park encompasses 85, water front acres, stretching from Atlantic Avenue to Vinegar Hill.  It is built on old piers and designed to be a collection of mini parks, thus proving something for everyone within one park.  For decades this was a waste land of old city storage and it was inconceivable it could be transformed into one of the best parks in the City of New York.  But in 2010, the vision began to emerge and the results are spectacular.  If you like sports head to Pier 2, looking at wild flowers and butterflies go to Pier 6, kayaking is found at the boathouse on Pier 4, fine dining can be found at Time Out NY in the Empire Stores and the performing arts are at St. Anne’s Warehouse just under the Brooklyn Bridge and there is a small pool with a sandy beach.

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Prospect Park – Charles Ruoff

"If I had the perfect afternoon at Prospect Park, I'd take a stroll to the dog beach and watch the neighborhood dogs frolic in the water." – Charles Ruoff

Do you have a go-to spot you love most?

The edge of great lawn— great during the week in the late afternoon when most quiet. 

What makes Prospect Park special?

The size: almost 600 acres, and also the history. Developed by Olmsted and Vaux over a thirty year period.

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