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The name Rockaway Peninsula originated from the language of Chippewa and Delaware Native Americans. According to Linguistic experts, ‘Reckonwacky’ means ‘place of our people’ whereas, ‘Reckanawahaha’ means ‘place of laughing waters’. The name Rockaway was derived from the meanings, during European colonization of the region during 17th century. The interpretation of the meanings reflects the geographic and historic traits of the region. Till 1808, the land of the Park was owned by the Cornel family. The land was then sold as plots to outsiders on a partition suit. The land was bought by wealthy New Yorkers, the Rockaway Association and exclusive resorts were built in 1833. James Remsen bought the Peninsula and initiated railroad projects. The Rockaway Park village was then incorporated into New York. Robert Moses, the Parks Commissioner developed the Rockaway. In 1974, the area was transferred from Rockaway beach to National Parks Service. Walkers, runners and swimmers use the beach during summer months. Today, Rockaway Park has become the most famous summer destination. With the entire beach encompassing over 170 acres of sand and sun, every bit is put to maximum use.

126 Street, B 149 Street, Atlantic Ocean, Queens. (14.00 Acres)

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