

Pat Dolan Trail
Flushing
Hop the step stones across an actual wetland without leaving Queens. This pocket of marsh and meadow feels worlds away from the city, even with the highway humming nearby.
Urban wetland escape
Hidden nature gem
Stepping stone adventure
Wildflower spotting
Tips
🌿"a hidden gem because it's a step into nature that removes you from the city"
🍦cross the footbridge to Max and Mina's for ice cream after
👟wear shoes you don't mind getting muddy
Pat Dolan Trail
Flushing


Hop the step stones across an actual wetland without leaving Queens. This pocket of marsh and meadow feels worlds away from the city, even with the highway humming nearby.
Urban wetland escape
Hidden nature gem
Stepping stone adventure
Wildflower spotting
Tips
🌿"a hidden gem because it's a step into nature that removes you from the city"
🍦cross the footbridge to Max and Mina's for ice cream after
👟wear shoes you don't mind getting muddy