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State Parks
Bayard Cutting Arboretum State Park
Montauk Highway • Long Island, NY 11769
Located in Oakdale
631-581-1002
Located on the scenic Connetquot River, this 690 acre park consists of open meadows and lawns, a marshy refuge, and a wildflower garden. Many paths are on site to explore, as well as a horticultural center containing a vast plant, tree, and shrub collection, a lovely gift shop, and numerous recreation programs. more...Belmont Lake State Park
Sylvan Road • Long Island, NY 11703
Located in North Babylon
631-667-5055
The central feature of this State park is a scenic lake that is surrounded by lawn to the west and south sides, picnic areas on the east side, and oak pine woodland to the north. This park has playing fields, children's playgrounds, horseshoe areas, and basketball courts plus offers opportunities for boating, fishing, biking, horseback riding, hiking, and cross country skiing. more...Bethpage State Park
Bethpage Parkway • Long Island, NY 11735
Located in Farmingdale
516-249-0701
Known for its five world-class golf courses, this State park also features hiking and biking trails, a championship polo field, tennis courts, cross-country skiing, a golf pro shop, bridle paths, and a restaurant. more...Caleb Smith State Park Preserve
Jericho Turnpike • Long Island, NY 11787
Located in Smithtown
631-265-1054
Situated along the Nissequogue River, this State park covers 543 acres and includes a circa 1845 house that contains natural history exhibits. Opportunities for hiking, picnicking, fishing, and cross country skiing are available at this park. more...Captree State Park
Ocean Drive • Long Island, NY 11702
Located in Babylon
631-669-0449
Nestled at the eastern tip of Jones Beach Island, this State park is a fisherman's haven and features open and charter boats for fishing, sightseeing, and scuba diving. Hiking, cycling, and picnicking are also available at the park that includes beautiful landmarks and nature trails. more...Caumsett State Historic Park
25 Lloyd Harbor Road • Long Island, NY 11743
Located in Lloyd Neck
631-423-1770
Explore 1,500 acres of meadows, rocky shoreline, woodland, marshes, bluffs, and a scenic peninsula extending into Long Island Sound while at this State park that offers use of its many roads for hiking, biking, horseback riding, and walking. Fishing and bird watching opportunities are also available. more... mapConnetquot River State Park Preserve
Sunrise Highway • Long Island, NY 11769
Located in Oakdale
631-581-1005
The Connetquot River flows right through this park that covers 3,400 acres of woodlands and wetlands. The park is a preserve for the protection of many waterfowl, osprey, game birds, deer, and numerous rare plants plus features 50 miles of trails for hiking, horseback riding, and cross country skiing. more...Heckscher State Park
End of Heckscher State Parkway • Long Island, NY 11730
Located in East Islip
631-581-2100
This State park offers plenty of recreational opportunities and features three beaches located on Great South Bay, an outdoor pool on the south beach, a children's play area, a boat launching ramp, picnic facilities with grills, a bridle path, and camping areas for tents and recreation vehicles.Hempstead Lake State Park
Southern State Parkway • Long Island, NY 11552
Located in Hempstead
516-766-1029
The main feature of this 903 acre State park is Hempstead Lake, the largest lake in Naussau County. Other features and activities of the park include a historic, hand carved operational antique wooden carousel that was built in 1925, bridle paths for horse back riding, fishing, boating, picnicking, children's playgrounds, and 20 tennis courts. more...Orient Beach State Park
North Country Road • Long Island, NY 11957
Located in Orient
631-323-2440
A great place for swimming, beach walks, playing volleyball, or having a picnic in one of the picnic areas, this State park features ten miles of beach front, including a wilderness area with two ponds. A beautiful wood deck is also on site that allows visitors to overlook the scenic Gardiner's Bay. more...Robert Moses State Park
Sagtikos Parkway • Long Island, NY 11072
Located in Babylon
631-669-0470
Visitors to this State park can swim and surf in the five miles of ocean beach that is located on the western end of Fire Island. Fishing piers are also on site, as well as an 18 hole pitch and putt golf course and picnic areas. more...Sunken Meadow State Park
Sunken Meadow State Parkway • Long Island, NY 11754
Located in Kings Park
631-269-4333
A wide range of recreational activities are available at this 1,266 acre beach front park that includes three miles of beautiful beach, six miles of hiking trails, three nine hole golf courses, a putting green, and a driving range. Visitors can enjoy swimming in the Long Island Sound, as well as picnicking, fishing, horseback riding, and cross country skiing, while at this park. more...Valley Stream State Park
Southern State Parkway • Long Island, NY 11580
Located in Valley Stream
516-825-4128
A day use picnic facility is the feature of this State park that also includes children's play areas, nature trails, bocce ball courts, ball fields, cross country ski trails, volleyball and basketball courts, and horseshoe areas. more...Wildwood State Park
North Wading River Road • Long Island, NY 11792
Located in Wading River
631-929-4314
Comprised of 600 acres of undeveloped hardwood forest, this State park overlooks Long Island Sound and offers 322 camping sites, as well as hiking and cross country ski trails, picnic areas, and a children's playground. Fishing and swimming activities are also available.
Lakes & Marinas
Silly Lily Fishing Station
99 Adelaide Avenue • Long Island, NY 11940
Located in East Moriches
631-878-0247
This fish station and marina offers boat rentals, sailing lessons, kayak rentals, sailboat rentals, hydro bike rentals, and full docking and marina services. Excellent fishing, clean waters, and unspoiled beaches make for a most enjoyable time and getaway at this fishing spot. more... map
Recreation Areas
Fire Island National Seashore
120 Laurel Street • Long Island, NY 11772
Located in Patchogue
631-289-4810
Stretching 32 miles along Long Island's south shore, this national seashore area offers recreational opportunities for swimming and fishing plus features wildlife, a sunken forest, guided tours, and diverse ecosystems. more... map
Equine
Lakeside Riding Academy
633 Eagle Avenue • Long Island, NY 11552
Located in West Hempstead
516-486-9673
This riding academy is located within Hempstead Lake State Park and offers group trail rides and private lessons in huntseat, dressage, and English style riding. map
Golf
Bellport Country Club
20 South Country Road • Long Island, NY 11713
Located in Bellport
516-286-7206
One of the finest private golf and country clubs on Long Island, this club features an exceptional and challenging 18 hole, par 72 golf course, as well as a first class tennis complex, a large clubhouse, and a fully stocked golf pro shop. mapBergen Point Country Club
69 Bergen Avenue • Long Island, NY 11704
Located in West Babylon
631-661-8282
Located on Santapogue Creek, this public 18 hole, par 71 golf course includes a driving range, a putting green, a restaurant, and a well stocked pro shop. Golf lessons and riding carts are available. mapCrab Meadow Golf Course
220 Waterside Avenue • Long Island, NY 11768
Located in Northport
631-757-8800
Opened in 1965, this beautiful 18 hole, par 72 municipal public golf course offers golfing lessons, a fully stocked pro shop, and riding carts. more... mapEisenhower Park Golf Course
Stewart Ave & Hempstead Turnpike • Long Island, NY 11554
Located in East Meadow
516-542-4653
This public 18 hole, par 72 golf course offers riding carts, as well as golfing lessons, and features an on site bar and pro shop.Hamlet Wind Watch Golf & Country Club
1715 Vanderbilt Motor Parkway • Long Island, NY 11788
Located in Hauppauge
631-232-9850
A semiprivate 18 hole championship golf course that includes an 11 acre grass and artificial turf practice facility, an award-winning pro shop, and a luxurious clubhouse. Golf lessons and riding carts are available. more... mapHeatherwood Golf Course
303 Arrowhead Lane • Long Island, NY 11720
Located in Centereach
631-473-9000
Established in 1965, this lovely 18 hole, par 60 public golf course offers a challenge for players of all skill levels and offers golfing lessons, a pro shop, and riding carts. mapHollow Hills Country Club
49 Ryder Avenue • Long Island, NY 11746
Located in Dix Hills
631-242-0010
Golfing lessons, a pro shop, and riding carts are featured at this nine hole, par 35 public golf course that was opened in 1973. mapIslands End Golf & Country Club
Route 25A • Greenport, NY 11944
631-477-0777
This beautiful 18 hole public golf course provides a challenging setting and offers golfing lessons, a pro shop, and riding carts.Middle Island Country Club
275 Yaphank Road • Long Island, NY 11953
Located in Middle Island
631-924-3000
There are 27 public, championship holes located at this country club that features three nine hole tracts that allow for various 18 hole combinations and a wide range of challenges. A driving range, two separate practice greens, and a beautiful clubhouse are also on site. more...Pine Hills Country Club
162 Wading River Road • Long Island, NY 11949
Located in Manorville
631-878-4343
A beautiful public 18 hole, par 73 golf course that includes a putting green, a grass driving range, a chipping area, and a well stocked pro shop. Golf lessons and riding carts are available. mapRolling Oaks Country Club
181 Route 25A • Long Island, NY 11778
Located in Rocky Point
631-744-3200
This country club features a wonderful public 18 hole, par 65 golf course that opened in 1961 and includes a putting green, a pro shop, and a club house. mapSmithtown Landing Golf Club
495 Landing Avenue • Long Island, NY 11787
Located in Smithtown
631-979-6534
A challenging, municipal public 18 hole, par 72 golf course that includes a 34 tee driving range, a well stocked pro shop, a restaurant and bar and a miniature golf course. Golf lessons and riding carts are available. mapTimber Point Country Club
Great River Road • Long Island, NY 11739
Located in Great River
631-277-7800
One of the most picturesque golf courses in the area is located at this country club that is situated at the mouth of the Connetquot River and features 27 holes of public championship golf. A full service restaurant, driving range, putting green, and pro shop are also on site.West Sayville Country Club
Montauk Highway • Long Island, NY 11796
Located in West Sayville
631-567-1704
Located on the former estate of millionaire Anson Hard that was designed by Long Island architect Isaac Greene in 1909, this country club offers a challenging public 18 hole, par 72 golf course, as well as a restaurant, a lighted driving range, and a putting green.
Rafting & Canoeing
Sea Kayaking Skills and Adventures
P.O. Box 25 • Long Island, NY 11719
Located in West Sayville, Central Long Island
631-563-6654
The best kayak training in the Northeast from Certified instructors. more... map
Scuba Diving & Snorkeling
Long Island Scuba
895 Wellwood Avenue • Long Island, NY 11757
631-225-8450
A complete selection of scuba diving gear on Long Island. Whether you are a snorkeler, a beginning diver or a tech diver, Long Island Scuba has the equipment and the expertise you need. They conduct scuba training from basic certification to Advanced Nitrox & Decompression Procedures and everything in between. They have a modern classroom and heated indoor pool for training. more... map
Miscellaneous Activities
Long Island Skydiving Center
91 Montauk Highway • Long Island, NY 11940
Spadaro's Airport
631-235-9968
Adrenaline packed adventure! Freefall two miles above the earth at 120 mph while attached to a professional instructor with gear that is built for two. Then enjoy a peaceful parachute ride overlooking the Atlantic Coastline, Hampton Beaches, and Fire Island. Reservations are recommended. more... mapSky Dive Long Island
4062 Grumman Boulevard • Long Island, NY 11933
Located at Calverton Airport in Calverton
631-208-3900
The only student training facility for sky diving in Long Island, this company offers sky diving adventures, even for beginners, in a 19 Caravan where you'll jump at 13,500 feet. more...
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