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Located on the western part of Long Island, Lynbrook, NY, is a small urban center that sits within a few miles of the island's south shore and is a fantastic base to explore the many nature reserves, national forests, and state parks of the region. If you are searching for new places to explore with your family in your new 2023 Ford Bronco Sport, here are three beautiful destinations you can reach in less than 30 minutes by car. 1. Bayswater Point State Park Featuring wetlands, public beaches, and a sprawling wooded area crisscrossed by hiking and biking trails, Bayswater Point State Park is one of the best spots you can visit on a sunny day in the region. Located just seven miles southwest of Lynbrook, this state park can be reached in less than half an hour via Peninsula Boulevard. more Established in the early 1990s and covering an area of a little under 20 acres, Bayswater Point State Park draws more than 12,000 visitors each year and is open to the public every day of the week. An important habitat for migratory birds, this place is a fantastic destination for birdwatchers, photographers, anglers, hikers, and anyone wanting to spend some time in nature. 2. Shirley Chisholm State Park Encompassing an area of more than 400 acres and created in 2019, Shirley Chisholm State Park was developed on the site of what was once one of the largest landfills in the region. Overlooking Jamaica Bay and offering plenty of picnic spots and views of the New York City skyline, this place has quickly become a favorite among residents of the area. With plenty of shoreline trails, concession areas, and well-maintained recreational facilities, Shirley Chisholm State Park has earned numerous designed awards since its inauguration. Getting here from the Lynbrook downtown area takes less than 30 minutes by car, driving west along route NY-27 and Belt Parkway. Some of the most popular activities among visitors include birdwatching, hiking, biking, fishing, and picnicking. 3. Valley Stream State Park Located just four miles northwest of Lynbrook, Valley Stream State Park is one of the nearest recreational areas you can visit while in the region. Covering an area of a little under 100 acres near the village of Valley Stream, this place opened its doors to the public in the late 1920s and features a long nature trail, playgrounds, volleyball courts, picnic tables, public grills, and pavilions. If you are thinking of buying a new sedan, SUV, or pickup truck to explore New York and visit its most famous urban and natural attractions, you've come to the right spot! Visit us at Crown Ford Lynbrook, talk to our sales agents, and find the model that best adapts to your needs.

Zip through traffic in a sporty Ford EcoSport and discover fabulous places on day trips from Lynbrook, NY. Visit a four-century-old tulip tree and the oldest farm in New York State in the middle of Queens and stroll through the magnificent gardens and opulent mansions on the grandiose Guggenheim Estate. 1. The Sands Point Preserve The astonishing 216-acre Sands Point Preserve, the grandiose former estate of the Guggenheims, spreads out over picturesque gardens and scenic woodlands, runs along a mile-long beach and was the inspiration for The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald. more Even upon arriving at the estate, crossing over the century-old bridge, and driving down the lane of mature trees past meticulously manicured gardens with glimpses of Castle Gould, Hempstead House, and Long Island Sound is an unforgettable experience. In addition to the Tudor-style castle and Hempstead House, the embodiment of Gold Coast opulence of the early 20th century, the estate also has two other palatial mansions, Falaise and Mille Fleur. Address and Hours Sands Point Preserve is at 127 Middle Neck Road in Sands Point and offers year-round tours of the estate from Wednesdays to Sundays until 6 p.m. 2. The Queens County Farm Museum The Queens County Farm was established in 1697 and is celebrating its 325th anniversary this year. The 47-acre historic farm is the oldest operating farm in the state and occupies the largest piece of farmland in New York City. The farm is near the Kew Gardens subway station in Queens, and the vineyard, orchard, herb garden, greenhouse, expansive fields, and livestock makes it easy to feel as if you're hundreds of miles away from the bustling city. The eggs, dairy products, and fleece produced by the hens, sheep, alpaca, goats, and cows are distributed to farmers' markets, restaurants, and shops around the city. The farm hosts various festivals and events throughout the year, especially in the fall when visitors can pick pumpkins in the patch and find their way through the enormous corn maze. Address and Hours The Queens County Farm Museum is on 73-50 Little Neck Parkway in Queens and is open daily between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. 3. The Alley Pond Giant The Alley Pond Giant, also known as the Queens Giant, is a beautiful flowering tulip poplar ( Liriodendron tulipifera) in Alley Pond Park and might very well be the oldest and tallest living organism in New York City. The magnificent tree was a gift from the Dutch West India Company to the Walloon Family of Manhattan in the 17th century. The old-timer is estimated to be between 350 and 400 years old, and when the giant was last measured in 2000, it boasted a circumference of 18.6 feet and stood 133.8 feet tall. These flowering behemoths can reach over 150 feet in height and can live for 600 years. Address and Hours The Alley Pond Giant is in Alley Pond Park at 67th Avenue in Queens. Go on an exciting drive in a Ford to fantastic places and see extraordinary things. Stop at Crown Ford today to take a closer look at the new 2023 Ford models on display.