Blydenburgh County Park

This stunning 5.7 mile trail was a trek yet offers peace and serenity in the forest along a lake that dried up mostly. Definitely an experience as the boardwalk in middle of the forest above a stream was a happy surprise. Bring water as there are no water refill stations. Make sure to find the swing thats off the trail which was a fun touch to a day in nature.

Easy trails. Beautiful park but the lake water is no more, very sad.

This park on Long Island, New York, is one of the best I’ve ever visited. It’s got a huge open space and one of the biggest dog parks I’ve seen. I went for a 10-mile hike around the lake and saw so much nature, deer, chipmunks, and horses. It’s easy to download the map of the park, and there are so many different trails for dogs to enjoy. I hope the water can return to the lake someday. There are also camper areas, BBQ, and bathrooms. If you’re ever in Hauppauge, you definitely need to check this park out!

We used to enjoy fishing here, but sadly, the water has been drained after the dam broke in August. Despite this, we visited for the nostalgia and were pleased to find that the trails remain wonderful. The area still offers a serene and scenic environment for hiking and exploring. We even spotted some deer along the trails, which was a delightful surprise. You can bring your dog on a leash, making it a great spot for pet owners. Plus, there’s no fee on weekdays, which is a nice bonus. Overall, it’s still a lovely place to visit for a peaceful walk in nature.

I’ve loved this park for decades. It is an amazing place to visit and walk in nature. Unfortunately, nature recently changed this park when the remains of Hurricane Ernesto caused significant rains which caused the dam to break. This caused Stump Pond to drain. Very sad to see.