Arthur J. Hendrickson Park
About
Public area featuring a pool open during summer months & year-round athletic courts & walking paths.
Visitors rate it highly — 4.7 out of 5 across 1,220 Google reviews.
It keeps the same hours every day — 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM — which makes planning simple. Parking is the easy part: a paid lot, free street parking and metered street parking.
The quick take
Drawn from this listing's ratings, amenities, hours and how it stacks up against other parks in Valley Stream.
What works
Consistently well reviewed
4.7 stars held across 1,220 reviews is not a fluke — people keep going back.
A genuine local landmark
1,220 reviews is the kind of number a place only reaches when the whole city knows it.
Open every day
The same hours all week (8:00 AM – 9:00 PM), so there is no schedule to memorise.
Dogs welcome
Listed as dog-friendly — bring the leash and waste bags anyway.
Works with kids
Flagged as family-friendly, which usually means room to run and somewhere for the adults to sit.
Worth knowing first
Popular enough to be busy
1,220 reviews cuts both ways. Weekend afternoons draw a crowd, so go early or go midweek if you want it quiet.
The only one of its kind here
We list no other parks in Valley Stream, so there is no fallback close by if it disappoints.
Planning a visit
General guidance for parks, adjusted for what this listing records.
What to expect
Open lawns, paths and benches — the kind of place that works for a twenty-minute break or a whole afternoon, depending on what you bring with you.
A good fit for walkers, picnickers and anyone after a green pause from the surrounding blocks.
When to go
Mornings are the quietest stretch; the lawns fill up in the hours before sunset. The gates are open 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM.
What to bring
- Water
- A blanket or folding chair
- Sunscreen on clear days
- Leash and waste bags
Hours
- Monday: 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM
- Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM
- Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM
- Thursday: 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM
- Friday: 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM
- Saturday: 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM
- Sunday: 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Amenities
Common questions about Arthur J. Hendrickson Park
What is Arthur J. Hendrickson Park?
Public area featuring a pool open during summer months & year-round athletic courts & walking paths. It is a park in Valley Stream, NY, at 123 W Merrick Rd.
What are the opening hours at Arthur J. Hendrickson Park?
Arthur J. Hendrickson Park is open 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM every day of the week.
Are dogs allowed at Arthur J. Hendrickson Park?
Yes — Arthur J. Hendrickson Park is listed as dog-friendly. Leash rules still vary from area to area, so watch for posted signs.
Is there parking at Arthur J. Hendrickson Park?
Parking options here include a paid lot, free street parking and metered street parking.
Is Arthur J. Hendrickson Park good for kids?
Yes — Arthur J. Hendrickson Park is flagged as family-friendly.
How is Arthur J. Hendrickson Park rated?
Arthur J. Hendrickson Park holds 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,220 Google reviews.