Cook Park in Colonie: A Multi-Purpose Recreational Area
Cook Park in Colonie, just outside of Albany, is a favorite among Capital Region families for the unique and ADA accessible playground structures, although there is much more to the park! See what to expect below.
One of the Coolest Playgrounds Around
Having been renovated in 2017 to incorporate accessible elements, the fenced-in Cook Park playground can be enjoyed by all children.
Structures include transferrable swings, ziplines, net climbers, a four-person seesaw, and more. There is a second, smaller playground in the park near the tennis and basketball court.
Visitors will also find a dog park, a duck pond, plenty of picnic tables and benches, and more for a comfortable afternoon at the park.
A Multitude of Sports Courts & Fields
Cook Park encompasses a tennis court, basketball court, basketball half court, little league fields, softball field, and baseball fields.
An Amphitheater for the Best Outdoor Concerts
Located near the duck pond, the Frank A. Leak Amphitheater for the Arts hosts a Tuesday Night in the Park series each year. This is a gorgeous place to enjoy live music!
Plan to Visit the Farmers Market
Visit the Cook Park farmers market on Thursdays from May through October, 4pm to 7pm, to browse locally produced goods like product, meats, cheeses, baked goods, maple products, plants, and crafts.
What the People Say
"Beautiful large park for people of all ages." "Fantastic fully fenced playground with an array of new equipment for ages 0 to 12." "Clean bathrooms and easy parking." "Great park that is well kept up and has lots of nice features." - These are some of the google reviews on the park!
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