Caumsett State Historic Park

We love this place – it’s a great place to teach the kids and to ride your bikes without fear of getting run over by crazy people in cars :) The bathrooms are conveniently located but they could definitely use better snack options

Lots of walking… pretty in the fall.

I recently started getting into the outdoors. I went to REI, bought myself a narly bicycle, helmet (safety first), etc. Naturally, I wanted to test out my gear. I headed out to Caumsett State Park, and I loved it.
Logistics
It’s nestled in the neighborhood of Huntington/​Lloyd Harbor. I’m not certain of which exactly, because it has both neighborhoods as its address.
It’s $ 8 to get in for any vehicle, and they do accept debit cards.
No food or refreshments are served there, so what you packed is what you eat.
The roads/​trails are well maintained.
Upon paying the $ 8, feel free to ask the park worker for a map of the park/​trails.
Aesthetics
The park has, if I’m not mistaken, a marshland, forest, and beach component to it. Obviously, the terrain varies on where you decide to go in the park. It’s nice, however, to know that in the same trip you can experience all three things. Since there are no lifeguards, the beach is not suitable to swim in.
The entire park can be seen in one day if you go from opening hour until closing time. Would I go back? Sure.

Great place for a walk! My boyfriend and I came here in March so it was a little chilly and pretty empty. Parking was also free that morning, but I believe you do have to pay during certain times /​days.
The walking path was really maintained and the greenery is really nice. There are also opportunities to venture off the path and explore some nice lakes and areas.

Please know the rating of 1 star does not relate to this beautiful park for typical recreational use.(hiking, fishing, relaxing with scenic views, etc.)
I had the misfortune of attending a wedding at the Historic George Weir barn.
The «scenic view» by the water was insulted by cars driving by, telephone/​electric lines and very limited vistas.
The grounds were a mine field of ruts and sharp slopes.
The service was by far the worst I ever experienced at a wedding. The food was served either cold, partially cooked and in the most haphazard fashion I have ever seen.
The bathrooms were well appointed «port o potties» on wheels with 4 steep steps up to enter. There was a person with a severe disability and many with minor age related issues that were in big trouble.
The wedding cake and a few desserts were served from a chicken fries/​hot dog type roadside stand like you often see in midtown or by the side of the road.
Six tables were actually situated on dirt and the rest in the barn. (this may have been due to maximum capacity).
The bar ran out of wine glasses and tonic water and my cousin’s 4^th of July B-​B-​Q is better prepared for a large event.
Simply put, and aside from spending time with family and friends making the best of the conditions I just described, Do Not Get Married Here!!!

Gorgeous off the beaten path spot for a hike, jog or bike ride.
A few options of trails to take, and I recommend the wide loop by the water and the eroding cliffs. They are spectacular. You can walk above them or in the beach itself.
Always meet a few people on the path but there are lots of opportunities for solitude and quiet with nature.

This is possibly my new favorite State Park on Long Island! Roughly 1,400 acres large, it is located in Lloyd Harbor, Long Island, about 45min to 1 hour drive from Queens, depending on traffic. A great park to walk, jog, bike and spend time away from the busy city! Parking fees are $ 8 per car. Plenty of parking just past the ticket booth.
There’s not many accessible hiking trails in this park. There’s one main paved road that runs a 3-​mile loop around the entrance and horse stables. I saw a few horses grazing their individual paddocks. You could tell these horses were very well taken care of, because their coats literally shined in the sunlight and they looked very healthy!
The Main House is the halfway point of this loop. This park would be gorgeous in the Autumn, with the Fall Foliage in full bloom around end of October and early November. If you love photography, be sure to bring your camera! I took at least 50 pics during my 4 hour walk. lol Trees and various plant life in abundance. I saw a few white tailed deer in the woods today. as well as, various species of birds.
I followed the signs towards the Roosevelt Cove & Fresh Water Pond. It was a good mile long walk of paved road and then another half mile of easy trail to get to the coastline, where there was a beach. I saw a few people there with long fishing poles casting from the shoreline. As with most beaches on the North Shore of Long Island, don’t expect to be able to walk barefoot. Loll It’s not quite sandy beaches here. If you don’t feel like wearing boots or sneakers, sandals or those ugly Crocs will do just fine! But the view of the Long Island Sound is beautiful! I could imagine a sunrise or sunset here would be quite beautiful!
Whether you’re walking, jogging or riding your bike, this is a perfect place to explore, and relax. It’s really quiet and peaceful here. I definitely recommend everyone come and check out what Caumsett State Park has to offer! :D

Went there for biking, no entrance fee but $ 8 for parking.
I read that this is a very tough path for biking but it is not, there are few bike routes and the one in the middle is simple and good for everyone.
I also took the path that goto the sea, you need a mountain bike for that path.

One of my favorite places to walk/​hike or bike on Long Island. Easy to get to and everyone is pleasant. Definitely recommend checking it out!

One of our favorite places to go for a walk! Beautiful park! One complete ‘lap’ around is approximately 3 miles.
The main house is at the halfway point and from there you have a great view of Long Island Sound. On a clear day you can see Connecticut without a problem.
There are horse stables. The horses are usually out grazing or exercising. Sometimes you’ll see one getting a bath.
There are many deer in the park. They usually come out around dusk. Two weeks ago we saw a white deer. (I didn’t even know they existed.)
Great place to walk or run or ride your bicycle.

My first and only visit was in Elementary school for my 6^th grade overnight field trip. I was an amazingly wonderful experience of Nature. At the time this place was so fascinating; hiking trails, marshland filled with krill, woodlands full of old trees, owls, many species of bird, and their pet python.
We stayed in what I only remember now as The Big House, it was our dorm for the night.
Isolated from city living, we had the best time playing in the open fields and breathing in all that fresh air.
A beautiful childhood memory.

Not the nicest of most scenic park on Long Island. However, if you love loooong walks or a peaceful and quiet jog, this park is perfect. It’s a very large park stretching from Fresh Pond all the way to Oyster Bay. Take the trail from the historic farms all the way to the beach. Walk across the beach which is dotted with boulders and is very nice during low tide and follow the wooded trail back to the parking lot. It is quite a hike both directions and you’ll get a great workout. Luckily, the trails aren’t very hilly so it’s doable. Recommended you come on a cool day because even though a majority of the trails are in the woods, the humidity is a killer. Bring plenty of water as well to keep hydrated.

What a great place to spend a day exploring if you are looking to get away from the city. So many trails for hiking and mountain biking. The historic mansions are also cool to check out for history buffs.
I always go down to the large beach with a fishing pole.

Nice park, you can choose shorter or longer trails, flat or hilly. You end up walking to the beach, which is so peaceful, especially on a weekday afternoon. Be carefully of the trails with grass that’s a bit higher than normal– I had a tick on my sneaker after trekking through! Great place to go and have some ‘me time’.

I came here when I was pregnant with my son. it’s a beautiful park and there is a beach near the summer cottage it’s one mile from the entrance. can also have a picnic, walk, run, bike and enjoy anything you like to do with your friends or family.

Totally serene. The walled garden is behind the wall where you park. Many people miss it when visiting. It is very well maintained and has a totally relaxing effect.
Go here when you need to unwind

I am a big, big state parks person. This here is one of my favorite places to visit. It is so beautiful. It’s got an equestrian center, barn, a small beach that you can walk to, a small, beautiful garden, and a bunch of small old houses that you can check out. There’s also a bunch of fitness trails that you can take a walk or run on. There are several places along the way and within the park that you should stop and take a look at and just soak in the beauty. My favorite spot is under the gigantic tree a couple miles from the entrance. Another good spot is the beach, of course. This park is just full of great places to relax and feel peaceful. It’s a perfect place to plan a picnic at.

You have super power or you like walk and walk, this is right place for you. But, You don’t have bike, don’t come. walk and walk and walk and walk… when you come back again…, very huge place.
Good place with bike.
Not allowed car coming into the park.

I wanted to find a park that had a beach on the North side of LI and was secluded but close to the City. (The Rockaways and Jones Beach are close, but not secluded. Orient Point is secluded but not close.) Caumsett was a great trip away.
First, the park is set in Lloyd Harbor. That’s a beautiful area all by itself. There’s an isthmus that takes you to the park with water on both sides. And the Harbor itself is worth a peak just too look at.
Second, it’s huge. So I had in mind going to see the beach. But it’s a 2 mile walk. While that’s a nice walk, I wasn’t sure I could make it back to the beach and back to my car by the time the beach closed. So we just walked around the park.
There are acres of unspoiled land. It was quiet — featured a horse park and an 1700s era home — but just silence aside from birds. The pathways were not crowded, at all, and offered a huge field to just run across and walk around.
I’d strongly recommend it for mountain biking — not really for the mountain bike trails, it’s just rocky roads not fit primarily for road bikes — but to get through it quickly. Otherwise, it’s a close in quiet beautiful park. (Although be aware, if the map suggests that there’s a beach there, it’s only after a 2 mile walk.)

Seriously. Just come here. I will write reviews about it everyday until you do. (Lie)
For realz though, there’s no fee until April, and that is on weekends and holidays (fees every day after Memorial Day). I stopped by the park when it hit 50 this week and it’s still kickin’ and looking great! IMO, this is the best time to wander about the park and watch the foliage grow. The barn building is closed but there are still horses hanging out outside in the pens. You can see there were some trees damaged by the hurricane, but they have been removed from all of the paths (paved and unpaved).
Still the best park on LI!
Btw, I wrote this review just to brag that I ran the 3 mile loop in 23 min. JK. But seriously, that happened. (My back hurts)