What's up, Merrick Mountain?! Former dump turned into a beautiful light hike by the water. Take in…read morethe scenery, the trails and the goat poo, while enjoying a little bit of suburban park reclamation! If you go up and down the long way, you can get a nice 3.5 miles in on this baby with some hills. Throw in a weighted vest, and you're getting yourself a solid light workout. There are already so many reviews, so just some notes: 1) Make your way around the current dump (also a Nassau County gem, seriously) and drive slowly. 2) Parking is tricky at certain times of the day and on weekends. Make sure to come before 9:30 on beautiful days, or else you'll be parking far, far away. More steps, If you really want them I guess. 3) Wear your sunscreen! Skin cancer is no joke, and it's pretty bright up top with not a lot of coverage if you walk around to the lake. 4) Beware...No lights in the bathroom and really not the best place to use the loo. There however is a shopping center close by... 5) Look out of all sorts of critters from birds to bugs.. including ticks.

Kind of confusing to find the entrance but nice doable trail with nice view once you make it to the…read moretop.

Since it's hotter than the surface of the Sun today I decided to go to the pool and unfortunately…read morethere was so many kids that I couldn't even relax they were kicking and screaming and splashing all over me while I was just minding my business. They have a kiddie pool I wish they had to stay there but the pool itself is gorgeous

I thought I'd torture my mother one day and bring her here before lunch one day. I had never been…read morehere but I knew it wasn't that big a place, yet she'd complain anyway. I'm not really sure if we went the long way or there was a shorter way. At one point we went a way we thought might cut thru but it didn't seem any shorter. I'd come back here, it was nice. Plus it wasn't in the constant sun so that was nice too.

We have lived nearby to this lovely park for the past 3 decades. Somewhere in the middle of that…read moretime they banned dogs, and then years later they unbanned them. Now dogs and humans circle this lake in perfect harmony, as far as I have seen. The pond feeds the canal just across Merrick Road, and the spillway always makes for a dramatic photo. There is a gazebo and scattered park benches, but otherwise no facilities. The pond is a treat for the eye, especially during the height of fall. On the north end trail, you often see places where enthusiasts built fairy dwellings next to trees. Then, periodically, the park people come by and clean house. The section along the Wantagh Parkway is the scene of several tragedies, and the park patrols seem more tolerant of roadside memorials than they are of fairy houses. You can make the entire circle in about 25 minutes, and it is always worth the trouble.

One of my best friends invited me to join her at one of her favorite places on a walk around the…read morelake at Eisenhower Park. I was happy to visit and spend time with her while burning off summer calories lol. It's a beautiful park and I noticed quickly that it is a place of choice to walk around the lake for many people. It was a beautiful day and I truly enjoyed my visit.

I had such a good time at the Gran Combo concert on Sunday night. I've been to the park before but…read moreI wasn't aware or didn't remember that there were concerts in the park. I really enjoyed myself the park is HUGE, I'm told it's bigger than Central Park which is . The park is beautiful, but what I will say is that they need some extra lighting for when it gets dark. Besides that, I will be looking to go to more concerts in the park for the future.

Overall great experience and lots of fun. Preserve is neat and clean, downside is no bathrooms…read morethat we could find. You can walk through the middle of the preserve through the woods or walk or bike on asphalt paths. Very poorly marked paths and trails, they need better signage. Boyscout project on hiking trails. No water fountains. Multiple places to park but no clear online where to find parking. Please clean the disgusting graffiti all over the one structure. Thank you.

I've been to Massapequa Preserve 4 times already. Once on a partial hike, one for the full 6 mile…read moretrail hike and once to run on the trail. I would like to go back again to run on the massapequa park part of the trail. The first time I went I was still with my ex-husband and we went to spend time with mutual friends and we took both our sons into the massapequa preserve. During that time I think we went into the more woodsy part of the preserve. The bike path is 6 miles (3 miles one way, 3 miles back). When I took my hike on it I was dissapointed because when I hike I don't appreciate paved trails I'd rather feel more woods and roots under my hiking shoes. But to bike on this trail or run on this trail with road running shoes the pavement is pretty nice. There's still sections where you can get lost in nature which is always a favorite part of a trail run or hike for me.

I didn't even know this place existed until recently. It's free entrance for nassau residents, all…read moreyou show is ID. And it's $10 for non nassau residents. Which is not bad at all considering all you can do here. There's golf, and marina, pool, lots of scenic walking /workout paths. There's plenty of parking too. It had amazing views of the water. Very cute day date.

Came here on a Saturday for my employer's charity softball tournament. Our team played against…read moremany other employers, and this park totally delivered for the occasion! With three softball fields, it's basically built for tournaments and pick-up games. Parking was a breeze--lots right by each field, and since it was after Labor Day, no parking fee (pro tip: fees kick back in on Memorial Day). We set up a BBQ and picnic next to the first field. There are plenty of picnic tables and benches, plus some coal grills. But fair warning: the grills are pretty rough, so if you're serious about grilling, definitely bring your own. The softball area itself is perfect for family gatherings, company outings, or just a fun weekend with friends. Good energy, lots of space, and an easy setup for hanging out while cheering on a game. Can't speak for the rest of the park, but this section is definitely a win.

Well maintained. Clean…read more Plenty of concessions and parking. Perfect foe town of oyster bay residents.

Always a good day at Tobay Beach. The bayside has a sprinkler area for the kids and restaurants.read more

For years I was unaware that there was a substantial lake park five minutes from my house. Thanks,…read moreGoogle maps! This is a particularly good place for walking during the spring or fall. It is well maintained but lightly visited. On the down side, there is a noticeable amount of drug activity around the parking lot, and the picnic areas seem to be used by people with time on their hands permanently. On the other hand, we've never had the list bit of trouble there.

Such a great park, we came in at 5 o'clock and it was still amazing. The kids enjoy a good an hour…read moreand a half in the playground. I'm excited to try more areas of this park!

Bethpage State Park- RYDER CUP - 2025- The tough dangerous - Black Course- (Jimmy Fallon ),…read moreCompetion Europe/USA. Honoring both teams and so many who came from afar- All - with such beautiful wife's. Add an extra star - or two for Golf enthusiasts. Wow is this a big park with lots of acreage. Tx to the many of individuals, Staff and sponsors who serve there and Volunteers for this 2025 international monumental event. They each get 5 stars. Police, Military, Army Golden Parachute Jumpers , Troopers , Security, First Aid including a Mother's station and the great transportation people, (tx Suzanne) restaurants and kind people making things work. Maps both physical and QRs. Beautiful well kept grass and a crew keeping the place clean. Bravo to Citi Bank for their golf activities- Put Put and Vertual - phone Charger stations, a real Bar, places to sit and AC and photo shot spot. Thumbs up to the hard working volunteers at Delaware Patillon Restaurant C-9 , so many diligently work behind the scenes and runners to put lunch foods and drinks out for the many visitor's coming to this event.( see pix)