Parks on Long Island

Use this interactive map to find information on a state or county park near where you live or where you want to go.

Summer run series

The annual run through Long Island's state parks runs from June 16 through Aug. 4.

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Parks for pooches

Top 10 county parks for children to enjoy

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Take a virtual tour of this dog-friendly county park in Smithtown.

A dense 40-acre woodland on windswept Fire Island.
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		Kayaking spots on Long Island Even rookie paddlers can navigate these sleek vessels in the calm waters around Long Island.