Aviation enthusiasts will find Floyd Bennett Field occupying a former airfield site in Brooklyn, with dispersed camping available on the grounds. The campground sits within Gateway National Recreation Area, where remnants of the historic airfield create an unusual camping environment. Access roads follow the original runway layout, and campers set up on open grass areas between preserved aviation structures.
The location provides a staging point for exploring urban recreation opportunities, with Gateway National Recreation Area offering additional facilities nearby. Cell coverage remains strong given the urban setting, though campers should prepare for aircraft noise from nearby airports and traffic sounds from surrounding neighborhoods.
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Location
Dispersed CampingFloyd Bennett Field, Brooklyn, NY is located in New York
Coordinates
40.589910865784766 N
73.89248015069973 W
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- Verizon5GExcellent Coverage
- AT&T5GExcellent Coverage
Connectivity
- T-MobileNo Coverage
- Verizon5GExcellent Coverage
- AT&T5GExcellent Coverage
Access
Features
DISPERSED CAMPING
Enjoy dispersed camping on government land and leave no trace. Pack in and pack out. No (or limited) services at this camping area. Permit may be required.
Drive Time
- 32 min from New York, NY
- 1 hr 6 min from Trenton, NJ
- 1 hr 15 min from Bridgeport, CT
- 1 hr 18 min from Kiryas Joel, NY


