Found 3 blog entries tagged as Silver Lake Park.

Known as the "greenest borough," Staten Island has more than 12,300 acres of protected parkland and is home to over 170 parks. With this great number and variety, our parks can't be beat! These parks provide a plethora of recreational activities to satisfy both the adventurer and the easy-going.

Reeds Basket Willow Swamp Park

This hidden park located in the heart of Todt Hill, on Ocean Terrace, consist of 55 acres of remarkable parkland and three bodies of water. To most, this park is unknown, however there are hiking trails perfect for taking a stroll and exploring the nature. Primarily, one can find red and white oaks, hickories, tulip and beech trees, sweet gum, and red maples. After the park was excavated for a gas pipeline about 40 years ago,…

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18 Theresa Place Grymes Hill Staten IslandSpacious side hall colonial located on a tree lined, Grymes Hill Street in Silver Lake, Staten Island. This one family home, near Silver Lake Park, features large airy rooms, hardwood floors and an outside patio accessible from the kitchen. Detailed molding and woodwork throughout provides a bright and inviting atmosphere.

First floor features a spacious living room, an elegant formal dining room, and a kitchen with attached breakfast nook and access to the patio and backyard. Second floor has two large bedrooms, a den a full bathroom and many closets. Third floor has two large bedrooms and several storage areas and closets. Basement is above ground on one side and has finished rooms, 1/2 bath, and an entrance to the backyard. Property has a two car…

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The original Silver Lake was known as Fresh Pond, up until 1860. During the 19th century, a casino and saloon once existed on the property and several companies harvested ice. The lake's body of water was used for boating and ice skating. In February 1897, Silver Lake hosted the National Skating Amateur Championship races.

When the population was growing, Silver Lake Park was created for families and their children to have recreational grounds to play on. 

As ice harvesting became old news, the lake was drained and converted to a working reservoir by the Board of Water Supply in 1913. Less than five years later, Silver Lake Reservoir became the endpoint of the city’s Catskill water supply system. 

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