Located diagonally across the street from the Target in Sayville, Google Maps provided the most…read moreaccurate directions. Apple Maps put me in the neighborhood behind the park. Sans Souci" means "no worry" if I correctly remember my high school French. However, I was worried as the only visible person walking the trail at 9:00 am on a Saturday morning. After a minute of walking the trail, of which I took a photo with my iPhone, I quickly turned back. As a single female, I prefer crowded parks with plenty of people and security. I am off to another park.

It's a stunning Preserve with lot's of cool trails! There's even a little fairy village (figurines)…read morein the middle.

Wow.... I'm SO glad they blew three million dollars spreading rocks around to prevent flooding! I…read moremean, who knew that water could go AROUND rocks, right? Pfffft. Absolutely incredible. And yeah, that marsh grass just sucked up all the excess water like magic. What marsh grass? Well, the marsh grass that's under all that water. Three million dollars' worth of rocks and marsh grass. Unbelievable. Next time they want to blow three million, they should just give it to me. The flooding situation still won't be fixed, and they'll still be out three million, but at least I'll put it to good use.

Hi Everyone! It's so Beautiful here at the end of The Mascot Dock. For Hundreds of years, This has…read morebeen one of the main Acess Ports for this area's Shipping and Commerce. Formerly Home to Mascot Inn.(1903), One of Patchogue's most Beautiful palacial Hotel Resorts. 100+ years ago. Patchogue, Long Island was a "Vacation Destination" for thousands of City weary folks. Many would arrive by train in the thousands in the summer, living the summer in luxury in the dozen or so huge hotels and resorts that dotted Patchogue waterscape. Leo's was one of the many Resort Hotels in the area at the time. In the 1900s, Mascot Dock was the Main Port and terminal for ocean-going ships barges and other vessels. Tourists, wealthy business Folk and supplies such as hay, Fashions, spices, and other wares from around the world. All traveled through this spot. Hey, hungry from the Salt air folks? Lombardi's on the water is a Beautiful restaurant that stands where the Mascot Inn stood. Now history passed by, The Mascot Dock is a beautiful place to walk your dog, take a bike ride, sunsets, and of course crabbing and fishing. Relax, let the Salt Air hit your face and enjoy the solitude. JIM D

What a cute beach. I…read morecame for a little during the off season (4/25/25) after having lunch. It wasn't crowded at all. The beach was clean. I noticed what looked like bar area. There was also a place for the kids to borrow beach toys. There's also a playground. There is a lot you can park in if you have a permit, and street parking is also available. I could definitely see this beach getting crowded as the season gets closer, but I would definitely return.

Dirty Black smelly water loaded with long green cabbage…read moretype seaweed that wraps around you. Been going here for many years never saw it this black and smelly Stay away!!! Bathing suits turn black from water

Updating this, because I heard the news that they were closing the site at the end of the year and…read morethis hurts my heart. If the animals were being mistreated I wish they were doing things to remedy the site rather than close it completely. Here's to those who grew up here and have the best memories like my husband.

This review will be covering the park and trail. A group of us came here to kill time, and there's…read morea lot to take in. The parking lot is pretty huge, with a number of spaces to hold plenty. It wasn't nearly as busy when we arrived, mainly due to the zoo being closed. There is a trail that does a big loop around the park, including nice scenery to take in. A map isn't really necessary since there is one trail, with the expectation of one branching off into a big field which then meets up again on the main trail. A playground is provided along the trail and also some exercise stations to stop at. It would be nice to see some touch-ups here and there, pertaining to the trails, but nothing major. We didn't cover everything, but this park along with the Wildlife and Ecology Center is the place to come to for a great meet-up.

Nice clean park small walking path Have gone there for an…read moreearly morning walk this morning. Went to take a walk at 7:40. The gate was closed with a town car in the parking lot. Not sure what they are. Opening hours are but another morning at 6:30 it was open.

This is a pretty little spot to see but not much of a hike. I took a walk here to escape my last…read moredays of quarantine with the soon to be ex (that wasn't fun) and even though it was beautiful it was a very short walk. Still worth seeing, though.

In these days of political strife, it was a pleasure to spend an hour here. soaking in the best of…read morewhat America once was. Walking the grounds of century old buildings had a calming effect on us. Judging from the signs. most of this was assembled for the Bicentennial in 1976. Perfect timing for 2026.

I need to shout out Islip Grange for holding the beloved Apple Festival every year. Each year I…read moremeet my mom and sisters out there and we get Apple fritters, check out the craft booths, and now we get to partake in the ride they have for the kids. They also do a petting zoo. I do have to say, logistics are on point, as we got there early and the people directing parking had a handle on things. We can't wait to go to the festival again next year!

If you are leaving this less than three stars I'd have to wonder why other than the fact that maybe…read moreyou want shade in the summer or it to be less breezy in the colder months... but then I'd have to wonder what or why you'd expect something so absurd. I walked the entire ground the other day and found a little glass closer to the water side of the park... that's pretty typical of beaches in general and due mostly to careless people; If it bothers you and your pup, might I suggest doing your part and picking a couple pieces up? This place is a hidden magical gem that I hope stays exactly the way it is.

Tons of broken glass,no fence on northern property line where the deer like to visit,if your dog…read moreenjoys the chase most likely they will end up on roe blvd outside of the park.