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Catharine Turner Richardson Park

📍 Queens, NY

★4.7(20 Google reviews)💰FreeđŸ‘ļAll ages

A compact, well-maintained park in historic Douglaston, Queens. Calm atmosphere, rarely crowded, and close to the 39th Ave trail network for families wanting to extend their outdoor time.

✓ Peaceful atmosphere✓ Well maintained✓ Neighborhood park✓ Near trails✓ Uncrowded✓ Historic Douglaston
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★★★★★Featured review by Edward Kim

Nice little park in historic Douglaston. Not far from Northern blvd and close by to 39th Ave trail and other nature spots in Douglaston

🏆 Family Action Verdict

Best for families with younger children seeking a calm, uncrowded outdoor space in Queens. The park pairs naturally with the nearby 39th Ave trail for a longer nature walk. Families expecting extensive play equipment or facilities will find the park too small — it shines as a peaceful retreat, not an activity hub.

â„šī¸ What to Know Before You Go

💡Pair the park with the nearby 39th Ave trail for a longer outdoor outing
⏰Visit on weekdays for the calmest experience — rarely gets crowded
đŸŽŸī¸Close to Northern Boulevard for easy navigation and transit access
🚗Bring a picnic; the well-maintained grounds make it a pleasant sit-down spot

đŸ’Ŧ What Families Are Saying

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4.7
★★★★★

20 Google reviews

Calm and peaceful45%
Well maintained30%
Close to nature trails15%
Rarely crowded10%
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Edward Kim

7 months ago

★★★★★

“Nice little park in historic Douglaston. Not far from Northern blvd and close by to 39th Ave trail and other nature spots in Douglaston”

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GC

5 years ago

★★★★★

“A neighborhood gem, well maintained and, most of the time, beautifully calm.”

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Catherine Golematis

2 years ago

★★★★★

“Small but mighty! Very welcome oasis in a crowded neighborhood.”

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Christopher Deragon

5 years ago

★★★★★

“Nice and peaceful”

Reviews from Google

Overview

Catharine Turner Richardson Park sits in the quiet historic Douglaston neighborhood near Northern Boulevard, offering families a maintained green space away from busier Queens playgrounds. The park is small and well kept, consistently praised for its calm atmosphere. The 39th Ave trail and other Douglaston nature spots are within easy walking distance for families wanting to extend their outdoor visit.

🕐 Opening Hours

Monday06:00 – 21:00
Tuesday06:00 – 21:00
Wednesday06:00 – 21:00
Thursday06:00 – 21:00
Friday06:00 – 21:00
Saturday06:00 – 21:00
Sunday06:00 – 21:00

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