



Nicholas Naquan Heyward Jr. Park
Boerum Hill
A shaded neighborhood park with sprinklers, basketball courts, and separate play areas for toddlers and older kids. Calmer than other Brooklyn playgrounds, especially welcome on hot summer days.
Water spray park
Shaded playground
Toddler-friendly
Local neighborhood gem
Tips
👙bring a bathing suit for fountain play
🌳mostly shaded—rare for Brooklyn parks
🧒less crowded than nearby playgrounds
Nicholas Naquan Heyward Jr. Park
Boerum HillOpen




A shaded neighborhood park with sprinklers, basketball courts, and separate play areas for toddlers and older kids. Calmer than other Brooklyn playgrounds, especially welcome on hot summer days.
Water spray park
Shaded playground
Toddler-friendly
Local neighborhood gem
Tips
👙bring a bathing suit for fountain play
🌳mostly shaded—rare for Brooklyn parks
🧒less crowded than nearby playgrounds