Valley Stream Pond

Across Nassau County’s South Shore sits one of the area’s quiet stretches of fresh water: Valley Stream Pond. The 5-acre lake sits in Valley Stream, NY 11580, where canoeists share the water with anglers targeting bass and sunfish. Mallard pairs glide past the tree line most mornings while egrets hunt along the shallows—quiet moments within a busy corner of Long Island. Nearby, Backyard Pond Park offers a promenade for strollers and photographers framing the skyline reflections.

For the quickest route, call 516‑825‑3380 before you leave. Use the map for live traffic and lane guidance: directions. Waterfowl counts change by season; dawn here always brings a different scene.