Caleb Smith State Park Preserve

Early November visit wasn’t too late to enjoy fall foliage colors along the trails of the park. Takes less than 2 hours to hike perimeter trails of the park and check out the center paths too. Willow Pond is the central feature of the park. Unfortunately two other ponds (Webster Pond and Vail Pond) aren’t open to public hiking, and even more shocking was that Greenbelt Trail was completely locked out and closed on mid-day Saturday, so trekking down to Blydenburgh was not an option.

Great for a non-aggressive Nature walk, groomed marked paths, nice for little kids, easy walking and easy paved paths for enjoying the beautiful scenery.

Nice park for a hike and spending time with kids. Nestled in the heart of Smithtown, it allows visitors to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life and enjoy the peaceful serenity of nature. Children, 15 and under, can fish on Willow Pond from April 1st to October 31st. Also, Fly fishing on the Nissequogue River is available from April 1st to October 15th (NYS freshwater fishing license and reservations required). You can take fishing lessons too. Bikes are not allowed in the park. The Nature Museum showcases natural history exhibits including a Great Blue Heron, Red Fox, Flying Squirrel and a River Otter. You can get a park map from there. The color-coded hiking trails in the park are challenging for first-time visitors as they converge in some areas, displaying multiple colors and directions. To improve navigation, each hiking section in each part of the park should have a designated color and separate colors for connecting paths.

Recently visited, it was a great experience! The trails are well-marked and maintained, easy to navigate. The park staff were friendly and helpful. A hidden gem that provides a wonderful escape into nature. Highly recommended!

Just had an amazing day at Caleb Smith State Park! 🌳🌞 This hidden gem is a nature lover's dream come true. The park offers stunning hiking trails that wind through beautiful forests and along serene streams. 🚶‍♀️🌿 The scenic views and peaceful atmosphere made for a perfect escape from the city hustle.