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From Long Island Expwy (I-495, exit 57): Go 4 mi N.
Amazing place to walk, hike, kayak and mountain bike while admiring nature's beauty
Beautiful sense of unspoiled nature, many paths to hike. Paths are sometimes very uneven and affected by weather, so hikers should wear good outdoor footwear and be steady on your feet. Carry out your refuse, no trashcan. Very dog-friendly. Recommend bringing a map or using the QR code digital resources throughout park; easy to get lost if you don't know the paths well.
This is a great county park. Only reason I did not give it five stars is you have to still pay for a one day pass, even with a green key and an empire state pass. But it has camping grounds, a boating dock, and tons of trails to hike. Definitely better than other state parks like Belmont state park and a few others I have been to.
This is the best park on Long Island; Went today for the first time the trail is beautiful. By the water the whole time so it’s easy to navigate but you should def use a pdf map. The elevation changes and twists and turns make it super fun to traverse. Took me 3 hours to finish so plan accordingly (food water ect). You for sure need hiking boots there is a lot of roots you go over, some mud for sure, and the elevation changes are real, this is not a flat terrain.
I will for sure be coming back here. It was great it felt like it’s own world because the area is so big it goes on forever.
Gorgeous place to go year-round from a snow storm to a beautiful day in the middle of summer. it has an amazing dock to launch kayaks of cannons and even has a place to bring your dog to meet new friends.
