Kohlreiter Square

Kohlreiter Square is a public green space of approximately 8.6 acres located in Arverne along the north side of Rockaway Freeway between Beach 67th and Beach 69th Streets. The grounds spread across a flat, open layout with various areas designed for pedestrian use.

The site began as a plaza for the Arverne-Gaston Avenue Long Island Railroad station, which opened in 1887 during the development of Arverne-By-The-Sea. Its transformation into public parkland took place in 1946 when the city acquired the property from the railroad.

The square is named after Nathan A. Kohlreiter and his son Fred, two local citizens who shaped the area through their civic work. Their names remain connected to how people remember this part of Queens.

The square is accessible by public transportation with both subway and bus connections available along Rockaway Freeway. Plan your visit during daylight hours and keep in mind the proximity of the main road that runs alongside the grounds.

The square remains relatively unknown despite its foundation in a historic railroad station that served early 20th century coastal development. Visitors often overlook the connection between this modern green space and its past as a transportation hub.

Location: New York

GPS coordinates: 40.59117,-73.79657

Latest update: December 12, 2025 17:47