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5 Great Parks and Playgrounds in Great Neck, NY

Parks and playgrounds we love in Great Neck

By Michelle Simonelli February 13, 2022

We are lucky in Great Neck to have so many great playgrounds and parks to explore. From swings to slides, to climbing walls and water features, Great Neck parks, and playgrounds keep my kids active, are a great place to meet old friends (and make new friends!), and they're FREE!

I often get asked what our favorite playgrounds are, so I thought I'd share here with you my family's picks for our top five playgrounds and parks to visit in Great Neck.





Cutter Mill Park

What we love about Cutter Mill Park: 

Cutter Mill Park is located near Great Neck Plaza. My kids enjoy the Spray Pad in the summer. When they were younger, they loved playing in the sand at the playground. 

Amenities at Cutter Mill Park

  • Basketball
  • Picnic Tables
  • Restrooms
  • Playground
  • Spray Pad
  • WWII Memorial






Steppingstone Park

38 Steppingstone Lane
Great Neck, NY 11024

What we love about Steppingstone Park: 

Steppingstone Park has so much to offer. They have a playground, Spray pad, wading pool, playscape, picnic area, gardens, marina, and more. They have a locker and Kayaks for rent on those nice warm days.

Amenities at Steppingstone Park

  • Playground
  • Indoor Playscape
  • Picnic Table
  • Snack Bar
  • Restrooms
  • Public Wi-Fi
  • Spray Pad
  • Wading Pool
  • Boat Launching ramp 
  • Mooring facilities
  • Parking
  • Gardens


Kings Point Park

Red Brook Road
Great Neck, NY 11024

What we love about Kings Point Park: 

If you like to go hiking Kings Point Park has more than 5 miles of trails to enjoy! In the winter you can enjoy cross-country skiing and sled riding!

Amenities at Kings Point Park: 

  • Playground
  • Basketball 
  • Baseball/Softball Field
  • Tennis Court (May 15-Oct. 15)
  • Soccer Field
  • Dogs allowed on leashes in designated areas
  • Trails
  • Picnic Area
  • Restrooms
  • Horseshoe pitching
  • Sled Hill (Winter)
  • Cross-Country skiing (Winter)



Memorial Field

Fairview Avenue
Great Neck, NY 11023

What we love about Memorial Field: 

Memorial Field is the place to go if you like to play sports. They offer a Baseball/Softball Field, Basketball Court, Soccer Field, Tennis Courts, and Handball Courts. They also have a playground for the kids to play and have fun.

Amenities at Memorial Field: 

  • Baseball/Softball
  • Basketball
  • Soccer Field
  • Tennis Courts (May to Dec.)
  • Playground
  • Restrooms
  • Benches and tables
  • Handball Courts



Firefighters Park

Grace Avenue
Great Neck, NY 11021

What we love about Firefighters Park: 

My youngest loves the Firefighter theme this park has to offer. In the summer, the kids can cool off in the Spray pad, run around in the park, and play all year long. 

Amenities at Firefighters Park: 

  • Playground
  • Spray pad
  • Swings
  • Restrooms
  • Picnic Area
  • Monuments
  • Gazebo

We hope this list of top five playgrounds and parks in Great Neck helps you find -- or rediscover! -- some fun places for your family to explore. Now get those kids out to play!

If you have a Great Neck area playground you'd like to see featured, drop me an email at mackidgreatneck@macaronikid.com.