Jacob Riis Park Verified listing

Jacob Riis Park was designed by New York City as a park in 1912. Its famous bathhouse was built in 1932 and remodeled five years later. Jacob Riis Park became part of the National Park Service when Gateway was established in 1972. Lifeguards are on duty at this swimming beach daily between Memorial Day and Labor Day from 10 am to 6 pm. There is also a picnic area and playgrounds.

Facilities:

- Swimming Beach: Lifeguards are on duty daily from 10 am to 6 pm Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day.
- Restrooms
- Outdoor Showers: Outdoor showers are operational in the summer months.
Playgrounds
- Food Services: Food is available in Bay 9 and the Riis Beach Bathhouse.
- Parking Lot: Beach parking fee of $20 is charged daily between Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day. (7 am to 5 pm)