Much of alley pond park is situated on a ridge left by a retreating glacier, which also dropped massive boulders and carved kettle ponds into the landscape. The alley pond giant queens, new york atlas obscura. The north end of the park boasts splendid salt marsh views. U n i o n t u n p i k e bayside station l o n g i s l a n d r a i l r o a d 495 495 n o r t h e r n b l v d. Alley pond park offers glimpses into new yorks geologic past, its colonial history, and its current conservation efforts. Because of its glacierformed moraine, the park has numerous unique natural features, like its freshwater and saltwater wetlands, tidal flats, meadows, and forests, which. There are wetlands composed of fresh water, salt water, and an estuarine mix of both. The trail is rated as moderate and is primarily used for hiking, walking, running, and nature trips. It should not be used to represent the legal boundaries of property under parks jurisdiction. Bayside park named one of queens best playgrounds for kids. This map is designed to represent parks as they are used by the public. Alley pond park is home to a zip line, large lakes, an environmental center, and one of the citys oldest trees.
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