City: Long Island, NY
Category: Parks & Recreation
32. Southaven County Park
City: Long Island, NY
Category: Parks & Recreation
Telephone: (631) 854-1414
Description: The gorgeous Carmans River flows directly through this park, which offers hiking, camping, picnicking, freshwater fishing, rowboat rentals, canoeing, and hunting. On the land, you’ll find an abundance of pine and oak trees. The park encompasses about 1,356-acres and includes a massive campground facility suitable for both tents and trailers.
33. Theodore Roosevelt County Park
City: Long Island, NY
Category: Parks & Recreation
Telephone: (631) 852-7878
Description: Among the activities offered here are horseback riding, hiking, biking, canoeing, picnicking, fishing, and hunting. Outer beach access and RV camping sites are also available, as well as a gift shop. In terms of historical attractions, the park features a Spanish-American War exhibit and the Third House, which was originally occupied by cattle ranchers who worked the region. It was later used as the headquarters for Camp Wikoff during the Spanish-American War. Camp Wikoff is open to the public May through Oct, Wed through Sun, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
34. Timber Point County Marina
City: Long Island, NY
Category: Parks & Recreation
Telephone: (631) 854-4952
Description: This county-operated marina is situated on the Great South Bay and offers 153 slips, a fuel dock, sewage pump-out station, public restrooms, electric hookups for boats, and fresh water. Transient slips are also available. Reservations for docking must be made in advance by calling (631) 854-0938.
35. Vietnam Veterans Memorial Park
City: Long Island, NY
Category: Parks & Recreation
Telephone: (631) 854-4949
Description: Located at the very top of Bald Hill, which is among the highest points on Long Island, this monument was constructed with the help of the Suffolk County Vietnam Veterans Memorial Committee back in 1991. The monument was designed to acknowledge the service and sacrifice of all Vietnam veterans, including those who died, those who were wounded, and all of the men and women who served their country during this war.
36. West Hills County Park
City: Long Island, NY
Category: Parks & Recreation
Telephone: (631) 854-4423
Description: Visitors enjoy hiking and picnicking at this park. It also features Jayne’s Hill, which is Long Island’s tallest peak, reaching an elevation of 400 feet. The park is known for its nature trails, including the Walt Whitman Trail. Camping is offered here, but only to organized youth groups. Within the park’s main visitor center, called Sweet Hollow Hall, organized children’s activities are offered. There’s also a playground, meeting hall, horseback-riding paths, and a dog run.
37. Nassau County Department Of Parks, Recreation & Museums
City: Long Island, NY
Category: Parks & Recreation
Telephone: (516) 572-0200
Description: The Nassau County Department of Parks, Recreation & Museums manages 70 county-operated parks, preserves, museums, athletic facilities, and historic properties throughout Nassau County. Information about many of the county’s historic landmarks and sites can be obtained from the Nassau County Historical Society (516-538-7679, www.nassaucountyhistoricalsociety.org) in Garden City, or from the local historical society within the town or community where a specific historic site or landmark is located.
38. New York State Parks, Recreation And Historic Preservation
City: Long Island, NY
Category: Parks & Recreation
Telephone: (518) 474-0456
Description: This agency manages the more than 25 state parks located throughout Long Island, as well as all of the other state parks in New York. The office also assists communities in identifying, evaluating, preserving, and revitalizing their historic, archaeological, and cultural resources. The office also has a mandate to promote heritage tourism and help build the public’s awareness of local park resources and historical sites.
39. Suffolk County Parks, Recreation & Conservation
City: Long Island, NY
Category: Parks & Recreation
Telephone: (631)854-4949
Description: Suffolk County Parks, Recreation & Conservation manages more than 46,000 acres of parkland within Suffolk County, including several beaches, marinas, golf courses, and historic sites. Information about many of the county’s historical landmarks and sites can be obtained from the Suffolk County Historical Society (631-727-2881, www.suffolkcountyhistoricalsociety.org) in Riverhead, or from the local historical society within the town or community where a specific historic site or landmark is located.