Where is heckscher state park

It was one of Robert Moses' most difficult fights to obtain land for public recreation on Long Island. Only with assistance and support from then Governor Alfred E. Smith was Moses able to close the deal on this beautiful property fronting the Great South Bay. The 1, acres of Heckscher State Park on the south shore of Long Island are used by park visitors for a number of outdoor activities; primarily, the park's shady picnic groves provide the idyllic spots for family and group picnic outings.

Large open fields are used for soccer, cricket, lacrosse, and other field sports. Four miles of paved, multi-use trails attract bicycle riders, walkers, and nature lovers. In addition to stunning views of the Great South Bay with Fire Island as the backdrop, visitors see whitetail deer, a variety of birds and other wildlife. The Great South Bay is a great park resource, providing opportunities for bay swimming, boat launching, sail boarding, kayaking, and canoeing. NEW Cottages! Checkout the newly built waterfront cottages offering 3-season accommodations.

Cottages can accommodate people and include; living room, bedroom s , full kitchen, bathroom, screened porch and spectacular views! Other popular activities in the park include: picnicking, biking, sports fields, walking, jogging, scenic viewing, nature observation. Pavilion Information Heckscher has three pavilions.

Check availability at ReserveAmerica. Only one vehicle is allowed at each campsite, all other permitted vehicles are to be parked in designated area assigned by Park Office. Each year the campground makes every effort to provide safe swimming opportunities by testing the water and by keeping the swimming areas staffed with lifeguards.

Please be aware that if the safety of our swimmers is compromised due to lack of lifeguard coverage or water quality issues, swimming will be prohibited. Swimming cannot be a guaranteed activity, therefore we cannot offer refunds on camping stays. We apologize for this inconvenience as it may occur with little advance notice.

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Sign In. RV Rental. Apex Club. Add to Favorites. This facility offers the following option. Please click below to proceed. Help Protect New York's Forests! See details. Reservations can be made online or through the call center. The 2nd car pass is valid for the entirety of a reservation. Only one vehicle is allowed at each campsite, all other permitted vehicles are to be parked in designated area assigned by Park Office.

Each year the campground makes every effort to provide safe swimming opportunities by testing the water and by keeping the swimming areas staffed with lifeguards. Please be aware that if the safety of our swimmers is compromised due to lack of lifeguard coverage or water quality issues, swimming will be prohibited. Swimming cannot be a guaranteed activity, therefore we cannot offer refunds on camping stays. We apologize for this inconvenience as it may occur with little advance notice. Please take a few moments to read about the health risks associated with tick bites and some simple steps you can take to safeguard you and your family.

To insure fairness for all NY customers, any reservation with departure dates outside the 9-month Maximum Window cannot be changed or cancelled until 18 days after the reservation was made. Heckscher State Park was once the 19th century estates of George C. Taylor and J. Neal Plum. William Nicoll, founder of the Town of Islip, originally built his estate on this property. The park was bought by the State of New York using a donation by the affluent August Heckscher with strong opposition from wealthy local residents.

It was one of Robert Moses' most difficult fights to obtain land for public recreation on Long Island. Only with assistance and support from then Governor Alfred E. Smith was Moses able to close the deal on this beautiful property fronting the Great South Bay.

The Great South Bay is a great park resource, providing opportunities for bay swimming, boat launching, sail boarding, kayaking, and canoeing. Other popular activities in the park include: picnicking, biking, sports fields, walking, jogging, scenic viewing, nature observation. The 1, acres of Heckscher State Park on the south shore of Long Island are used by park visitors for a number of outdoor activities; primarily, the park's shady picnic groves provide the idyllic spots for family and group picnic outings.

Large open fields are used for soccer, cricket, lacrosse, and other field sports. Four miles of paved, multi-use trails attract bicycle riders, walkers, and nature lovers. In addition to stunning views of the Great South Bay with Fire Island as the backdrop, visitors see whitetail deer, a variety of birds and other wildlife. Reservations must be made 1 Day s ahead of arrival and can be made up to 9 Month s in advance.

Reservations must be made 14 Day s ahead of arrival and can be made up to 11 Month s in advance. Campsites: Friday, May Sunday, September 4, New York State Park Campgrounds: Same-day reservations will be allowed until 3pm on day of arrival; this applies to campsites only. Reservations can be made online or through the call center. Walk-ins will not be permitted. This policy excludes DEC facilities. DEC Campgrounds - Walk-in camping WILL be permitted at all facilities, but advanced reservations are strongly suggested and may be booked as late as one-day prior to arrival.

Walk-in camping is not permitted at New York State Parks facilities.