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Torsney/Lou Lodati Park
Nestled on Skillman Avenue, right next to the border
of Astoria and Sunnyside, sits the Torsney/Lou
Lodati Park, Sunnyside’s very own dog park. The recreational
space has a sizable area for the pups to run
around and pools where your furry friend can cool
off during the summer. Plus, the public park provides
poop bags, so no one steps in something smelly on
your watch.
Torsney/Lou Lodati has not one but two dog areas.
One is larger than the other and they are separated by a
chain-link fence — perfect if your dog is more of a peoplelover
than dog-lover (nothing to be ashamed about). Plus,
Torsney/Lou Lodati also hosts a farmers market on summer
Saturdays, so you can pick up fresh produce while
you’re there. An ideal play day in any dog’s eyes!
TORSNEY/LOU LODATI PARK
41-15 SKILLMAN AVE., SUNNYSIDE
Dog Park at Gantry
Plaza State Park
As you may or may not know, Gantry
Plaza State Park is chock-full of things to
do and see like the piers, the skyline and
the Pepsi-Cola sign. But the best part? All
of the puppy watching one can partake
in at the dog park.
Aside from the backdrop of the concrete
jungle, the expansive public space’s dog
area includes hill-like structures in the playpen
so they can jump and climb with ease.
It’s an excellent way to give your furniture a
break. The dog park also contains two areas
separated by a fence just in case your dog
is anti-rowdy (I wouldn’t want someone trying
to jump on my back either). If your dog
doesn’t like dog parks at all, but loves the
great outdoors, Gantry is equipped with
sidewalks that span the whole riverside park
and grassy areas perfect for lounging.
GANTRY PLAZA STATE PARK
4-09 47TH RD., LONG ISLAND
CITY
718-786-6385
PARKS.NY.GOV
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