Grasmere Lake

The waterfront on Staten Island offers a quieter counterpoint to Manhattan’s constant motion. Grasmere Lake sits in the island’s southern stretch, framed by marshy edges and a narrow dam. Its calm surface reflects a mix of city sky and surrounding trees, making it a point of stillness amid the outer-borough rhythm.

You’ll find the lake tucked beside Targee Street in Staten Island, NY 10305, a short walk from the 6 train’s last stop. The address is easy to pin on a map: 350 Targee Street, Staten Island, NY 10305. A few blocks away, auto shops give way to parkland, and suddenly the sound of traffic drops behind the tree line.

Fishing lines cast from the bank can pull up perch or sunfish, especially in the cooler months. Kayakers glide across the shallows at dawn, dodging lily pads that thicken by July. Birders pause at the water’s edge hoping to spot egrets or night herons before the light shifts. Anglers report the best action near the spillway where cooler water enters.

Reach the lake by dialing 718-667-2165 for general park questions. Pull up directions to the lake via the map link: https://www.google.com/maps/place?ftid=0x89c24efc4ecafa85:0x5c7489eaa5e6f98f