The best parks & outdoor spots in Lakewood

3 parks & outdoor spots we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.

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Lucille Ball Memorial Park

Parks & Outdoors

Give Lucille Ball Memorial Park a spin this week, a Chautauqua Lake spot where you can snap a pic with the Lucy statues, launch the boat,…

21 Boulevard Ave (Jamestown)

“Give Lucille Ball Memorial Park a spin this week, a Chautauqua Lake spot where you can snap a pic with the Lucy statues, launch the boat, or let the kids conquer the playground. Quick, easy, and delightfully local, it’s a low-stress way to sneak in some summer joy.”

From the Chautauqua County newsletter, September 9, 2026

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Ralph Wilson Park

Parks & Outdoors

Ralph Wilson Park is turning into a 100+ acre lakefront playground, with the dog park, skate plaza, splash pad, and open lawns already…

5 Porter Ave (Buffalo)

“Ralph Wilson Park is turning into a 100+ acre lakefront playground, with the dog park, skate plaza, splash pad, and open lawns already delivering prime summer energy.”

From the Buffalo newsletter, September 10, 2026

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Bergman Park

Parks & Outdoors

When the crew needs fresh air and a low-key hang, Bergman Park has well-kept baseball fields, a solid basketball court, and a playground…

487 Baker St (Jamestown)

“When the crew needs fresh air and a low-key hang, Bergman Park has well-kept baseball fields, a solid basketball court, and a playground that actually tires kids out. Pack a glove, shoot a few hoops, let everyone run it off before dinner.”

From the Chautauqua County newsletter, September 21, 2026

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