Came up to visit family and left with a new favorite park. Seriously, all parks should take notes…read morebecause this park is amazing. First off, free sunscreen..never seen that at a park before. A huge, paved walking trail that also has a giant field in the middle of it. An Italian ice shop for when the kids need a sweet treat. There's so much to do here and we love that for our busy body kids! Can't wait to come back :)

Heritage Park is in an area that I have an attachment to. Growing up here in the 1980s, I remember…read morewhen Route 25A was a semi rural road that abutted Davis Peach Farm in Mount Sinai. In the mid 1990s, when I was in my twenties, suburbia conquered the acres of open peach farms at a time when the Route 347 sprawl entended east along Route 25A. In 2013, there was a positive turn of events. On the triangular parcel of former peach farm lane bounded by NY 25A, Coram-Mount Sinai Road, and County Route 83; a developer proposed constructing a home improvement store. Concurrently, the local residents with Brookhaven Township derailed these plans and instead created a beautiful park where residents from all over can enjoy a public space. Heritage Park was born. By now, I was living in Las Vegas. In recent times when I visited my Dad, we had spent time here on four occasions before dining in Lotus East. The way we have experienced Heritage Park is walking the 0.7 mile oval walking path counter clockwise with three bench stops. This review discusses the four experiences here from the perspective of walking the peripheral trail counter-clockwise. To begin with, this is a concrete trail that is level. This has been beneficial to my dad who has had foot issues. Getting on the trail northbound we take in the historic Heritage House. This is a community center that houses local events. For park users this is one of two restroom locations. Continuing north, the Davis Peach farm history lives on with preserved farming equipment by a red barn. As the trail curves west at the triangular northern tip of the park, a community garden and diminutive forest appear to the back of the Heritage House. This is where we sit after walking around the park. Traveling northbound parallel to County Route 83, there are sporadic young trees that have been gradually maturing. Within a few years, I expect them to bring shade to a park that was formerly farmland. It is along this segment where we take our first bench break in a square called "The Court of Americas." This is a neat area where the garden is shaped like the USA that is framed with bricks displaying the names of every US President. From this spot, there is a clear view of the butterfly garden and central walkways. Continuing north, then following an S-curve, my eyes take in the open grass, soccer fields, and baseball fields to the left. At the S-curve, I have seen the most nature in the park that includes rabbits and robins. At the northern preiphery, the trail turns to the left to follow NY 25A. From here, I could see the expanse of open grass reaching towards the Heritage House. Turning to the south, I sometimes cut across the play knoll. I believe that this is the highest point of the park. The trail now parallels Coram-Mount Sinai Road with the soccer field to the left. This is where our second bench stop is. It is a scenic spot that overlooks a decorative waterfall with a miniature pine forest slope providing the backdrop of a putting green fronting open grass reaching towards Route 25A. Continuing north towards the parking lot, the park turns children's friendly. There is a Kids Maze and a playground. What the park is not, is doggy friendly. Dogs are prohibited. Heading more north the scenery features the parking lot to the right with open grass to the left. By now we have walked 0.7 miles. We will conclude the loop at bench stop three overlooking the community garden. Depending on the visit, we have done a second loop or walked back to the car. Speaking of parking. The parking lot is off of Coram-Mount Sinai Road. On all four of our visits there has been sufficient parking. I would like to add that the parking lot is convenient to the the North Shore Rail Trail. Only a short walk along Coram-Mount Sinai Road then across Route 25A is a 10-mile paved trail that connects Mount Sinai to Wading River. This short walk extends the Heritage Park experience into a regional hike or bicycle ride. If I still lived on Long Island, I would partake in it. In conclusion, I give Heritage Park 4-stars. The local residents and Brookhaven Township have created something special.

What a gem of a state park! The staff are wonderful to talk to, and the trails and facilities are…read moreimmaculate. One of the best parks I've ever had the pleasure of visiting. Notes: the park is a preserve, so dogs are not allowed, BUT service animals are welcome as long as they are kept on leash. There are two parking lots, the first is by the visitor center, but to access the park you need to drive up the gravel road to the second parking lot where the trail heads are. I had started walking the gravel road but thankfully the groundskeeper saw me and clarified that patrons can drive

This preserve is not compliant with ADA laws. No handicapped parking, no access to the beach and…read morethe parking lot is all gravel and not handicap accessible. Pretty preserve but they need to trim the grass more on paths. Signs for ticks yet not trimming grass enough. Benches to sit but you cannot access the bench because of two foot grass. Huge pot holes on road to preserve, very neglected it's been like this for years. Spend the money and fix these things.

Very nice park with baby bucket swings in the shade. Will definitely go back. Parking is easy and…read moreit's a short walk to the playground area.

lots of open space and grassy areas--good for picnicking. 12-18 tennis courts. a few basketball…read morecourts. several baseball and soccer fields. a playground area for kids. concrete tables with chess/checker boards. lots of parking available in back of park. not sure how to get permits or request use of fields, tho it appears tennis and hoops courts are first come, first served. there are a few buildings in the park, but I'm not sure of their purpose.

I don't know why Greenport and the environs would choose to require a town parking permit to access…read moreits various stone beaches. Nevertheless, it does. This beach is the only one we found where you could simply drive up, park, and get in the water without spending a dime. The swimming area is marked off by safety ropes. There is at least one lifeguard on duty until 5. You're technically swimming in the Peconic River just before it empties into Gardiners Bay. The view is of Shelter Island, and it's quite charming.

The Town Beach. A cute and diverse park, beach & playground at the base of Fifth Street in…read moreGreenport. Small area for swimming (lifeguards on duty 11am-5pm in the summer), a couple fun and interesting playground structures with swings for babies and big kids, a sand floor volleyball court and wide open grassy space for running & ball-playing. Also some picnic tables & BBQ grills, public bathrooms and public parking spaces. The beach is rocky & full of shells, but fun for kids to explore.

Perfect little park if you are out east with little ones. Located closely by Greenport Brewery it…read morehas a few swings, a couple of slides and a few other playground things. It might be hard to spot but it's just past the baseball field. We use it as a stop between vineyards & the brewery.

As I was out on a run in the area I took a break to relax a bit at this park…read more Saw some moms with their kids playing on the equipment and swings. Perfect for families with small childen. Nice open park area with a large lawn to play sports on or have a picnic. Equipment looks pretty new here and there is parking. No bathrooms though. Fenced in all around. Very clean and well maintained. Picnic tables and benches too.

This is such a lovely little park which can accommodate many interests from a little playground for…read morethe kids to viewing ducks on the beautiful lawn. I truly enjoyed the tranquil moments that I had chilling with my family here today. What extraordinary find to get some relaxation. Please note all signs were obeyed by people with social distancing and people wearing masks.

Beautiful little park in Southampton right along Agawam lake is a nice spot to come sit and relax…read more In the summer they host an outdoor concert series on the lawn. There's even a pretty big play ground for the kids. If you're in the area and need a rest then this park is just right.

Little known park on Dune Road. It's easy to miss and the parking lot only holds 10 to 12 vehicles…read more It's usually full. I imagine if you get there early, you'd have a chance to park here. There aren't any facilities but you do get beach access via walkway. Due to its limited access, you basically get your own private beach for the day. And that my friends is the whole point. So get out of bed early and get there before the crowds. Cheers!!

Down the street from Lashley & Pikes, this unassuming, tiny lot is the go-to spot if it's empty…read morewhen you pass by. The crowd is low-key and necessarily small, and beach access is clutch; not sure what happens post-MDW, but on MDW (Monday, aka Memorial Day itself) no one checked and we scooted out gratis. Sure, there are no amenities, and I'm not really even sure Atlantic Beach is the correct name, but if you don't know, now ya know.