Staten Island
From Openwaterpedia
Staten Island is the southernmost of New York City's 5 boroughs. It is connected to Lower Manhattan Island via the Staten Island Ferry, which runs across New York Harbor. Staten Island Zoo is home to kangaroos, birds of prey and snakes. The Snug Harbor Cultural Center and Botanical Garden features flower beds, Greek revival buildings and art galleries. Its grounds also include the Staten Island Children’s Museum.
Open Water Swimming
- On 9 July 2023, Leslie Hamilton completed the 59.5 km circumnavigation swim around Staten Island, the first by a women and the first documented swim.
- In 1961, a lifeguard completed a 59.5 km circumnavigation swim around Staten Island.
