Long Island Outdoor & Nature Guides

Long Island offers unforgettable outdoor experiences right in your own backyard. Smell the flowers in blossoming botanical gardens, take a hike off the beaten path in a Suffolk County park, or dip your toes in the sand on a South Shore beach. Long Island has plenty of outdoor adventures for you to take part in all year long. Local county parks can be found wherever you look, so you can take a nature hike off the beaten path, have a picnic under the trees, or even enjoy a playground with the kids. If the sun is out, head to the beach to soak up some rays or take a swim in the waves. For a calm afternoon, stop and admire the colorful flowers in bloom in a botanical garden.

We’ve compiled lists of some of the best parks, beaches, and other outdoor fun you can find on Long Island below. You’ll never run out of ways to spend a day in the sun thanks to our variety of options. You might even discover how to keep the fun going with where to eat nearby or other activities like a golf course or adventure park.

Find your new favorite way to discover Long Island outdoors.