Bayswater Point State Park

A quiet state park on Jamaica Bay in Far Rockaway with close views of aircraft on approach to JFK. Spotters report good coverage of 4L and 4R, with 31L and 13R workable at greater distance. A marked blue trail follows the bay shoreline. Tables and fishing spots on site. Exposed and often very windy.

Lens guide

100-400mm minimum; most approaches here are at moderate distance.

Best time

Open 08:00-19:00. Best during northeast flow when 4L/4R are the arrival runways.

Parking

Street parking only, on Point Breeze Place and nearby residential streets.