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Kennedy Memorial Park
4.3 ★★★★☆ 723 Google reviews · Running trail in Hempstead, New York · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Kennedy Memorial Park's own listing, the park or land manager's website, and runner reviews. Blank cells mean we could not verify that fact — we would rather say "not reported" than invent one. There is no Easy / Moderate / Hard rating on this page on purpose: a one-word difficulty score tells you nothing about whether a trail suits your run. Surface, distance, shade and hours do.
Well-maintained park featuring a playground, a pool and a pond, with a skating rink and a skate park.
What runners say about Kennedy Memorial Park
“We were there for first football game-of the season- against the Hempstead Raiders in the Big Apple League and it was a beautiful clean park with parking and facilities.”
“We were there for first football game-of the season- against the Hempstead Raiders in the Big Apple League and it was a beautiful clean park with parking and facilities.”
“From the moment I stepped foot into this urban oasis, I was captivated by its serene beauty and thoughtful design.”
“The park is a wonderful place with beautiful scenery, well-maintained facilities, and plenty of recreational activities for all ages.”
Nestled in the heart of our bustling city, Kennedy Memorial Park is an absolute gem that promises an enchanting escape from the daily grind. From the moment I stepped foot into this urban oasis, I was captivated by its serene beauty and thoughtful design. This park truly deserves every one of its five stars!
Free classes for the children like dancing, cooking basketball and martial arts among many others. A skate park was recently installed. Picnic area. Playground. Plenty of parking. Baseball diamonds. Walking fitness path. Tennis courts. Basketball courts inside and out. Ping pong. Handball.
Love the areas you can exercise as you're walking around the park but bring a cloth. It is beautiful and tranquil although so close to busy areas totally worth checking out.. mr. Hannah used to bring his gorgeous really intelligent Pitbull here I love talking with them. And studying the Bible with him.
Excellent playground for children featuring a padded surface throughout. The new skateboard/roller area is smooth and challenging. I enjoyed the walking path that has instructional exercise boards with metal benches and handgrips for easy reminders of exercises as I progressed.
Trail conditions & character
“We were there for first football game-of the season- against the Hempstead Raiders in the Big Apple League and it was a beautiful clean park with parking and facilities.”
“We were there for first football game-of the season- against the Hempstead Raiders in the Big Apple League and it was a beautiful clean park with parking and facilities.”
“From the moment I stepped foot into this urban oasis, I was captivated by its serene beauty and thoughtful design.”
Plan your run at Kennedy Memorial Park
The practical stuff
- AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
- DistanceNot reported. Trail systems often quote total path mileage rather than a single loop, so measure the route you actually want before you drive out.
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- At the trailheadparking — reported by runners
- Websitevillageofhempstead.org
- Phone(516) 478-6246
- Social Instagram · Facebook
Hours
| Monday | 9 AM–9 PM |
| Tuesday | 9 AM–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 9 AM–9 PM |
| Thursday | 9 AM–9 PM |
| Friday | 9 AM–9 PM |
| Saturday | 9 AM–6 PM |
| Sunday | 9 AM–6 PM |
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