Massapequa Preserve
Massapequa Preserve
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Lolly’s Look
New York City, NY12,822 contributions
Oct 2020 • Solo
The massapequa preserve has a walking trail/bike path that is serene with beautiful idea of the lake and foliage. I walked it today to experience the Autumn leaves and foliage.
Written October 24, 2020
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Dennis G
Merrick, NY12 contributions
Oct 2016 • Family
Since the trail is so beautiful and open to so many activities and age groups, it needs some thoughtful tweaking to keep it safe. You have avid bike riders as well as tots with training wheels sharing a two lane strip of blacktop around 6 ft wide. I used to take my grandchild there regularly but have stopped because of witnessing accidents between bikers and walkers.
Parents please be cautious with your children...bikers please slow down and use the north end in Bethpage where it is a little less populated.
Parents please be cautious with your children...bikers please slow down and use the north end in Bethpage where it is a little less populated.
Written October 31, 2016
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Carolyn D
Long island, New York63 contributions
Aug 2017 • Solo
These wooded preserves keep us aware of the natural world around us: water birds, owls, snakes, turtles are there. Seasons change and our awareness is awakened.
Written August 6, 2017
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Jack
Old Bethpage, NY865 contributions
Sep 2021
I rode my bike through the preserve, and overall I think that the preserve is a beautiful addition to Massapequa.
Written August 9, 2022
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JenellBStewart
New York City, NY388 contributions
Mar 2020 • Solo
Best place to ride/jog! Now that spring is here I live on this trail. When The weather warms up I’ll bring my kids out with me to ride.
Written March 15, 2020
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Marcia A
Bayside, NY722 contributions
Nov 2019
I explored Massapequa Preserve for the first time last month and I was not disappointed. It was a very chilly day so I couldn't walk around that much but saw lots of waterfowl and it was beautiful! I recommend hiking boots since it is very rustic! Look forward to going back in warmer weather!
Written December 25, 2019
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sanitationgirl2000
Baldwin, NY526 contributions
Oct 2018 • Couples
i just love this place.i found it one day by getting a hot dog on the side of the road and saw the opening to go in.Then someone told me it goes all the way into bethpage state park. we packed our bikes and started excercising in there. Its a bird preserve as well,peaceful and paved trails,really nice. If you ride your bike all the way through its quite the challenge at times, because as you go over the parkways,you really have to get a good head start if you want to make it to the top! Its peaceful if you want to walk as well.It gets dark in there, you are all surrounded by trees, so i wouldnt recomend it at night. A lot of teens hang out and drink back there,so be careful if you do.Nothing good comes out of that. overall beautiful place just to walk and clear your mind
Written October 2, 2018
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Ajdubs14
Brooklyn, NY5 contributions
Nov 2016 • Solo
This is a peaceful enclave in the midst of suburban sprawl. I took a quiet, meditative walk..with my earbuds in and the beautiful scenery you forget that just within reach lies all the hustle and bustle. When the weather warms up I want to try the green belt trail! For now a meandering walk along the paved road surrounded by trees and water was just want the Dr. ordered. Enjoy!
Written November 23, 2016
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Ronald B
20 contributions
Aug 2015 • Family
Nice nature preserve. Has fishing. Rare birds on Lake. Only bad thing is too many weeds in the water.
Written March 15, 2016
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Jack
Old Bethpage, NY865 contributions
Mar 2024 • Friends
The Massapequa Preserve is beautiful in the spring! There are always swans around the lake and ducks on the stream. I highly recommend riding your bike, running, or walking to or around the preserve!
Written March 27, 2024
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Is there a parking space next to the preserve
Larryalberts
Hicksville, NY25 contributions
if you take Lake Shore Drive to Walker, this will lead to a parking area inside the preserve
Anne Marie M
Baldwin, NY
Do you need a permit to take pictures here?
dpec421
Massapequa, NY50 contributions
You do not need a permit.
chrismackey51
Cudjoe Key, FL4 contributions
Dog friendly?
On-Leash Dog Walking Trail Opens at Massapequa Preserve.
Go to lidog*org for more information.
michelejheo
Merrick, NY
Are non TOB residents allowed to kayak on lake, and if yes, is there a fee and where can I enter the lake from?
Mary V
Massapequa, NY28 contributions
Kayaking is not allowed on the lake.
ccohenheadz
Merrick, NY
Address for parking
Joseph D
11 contributions
No exact address, but it's behind Massapequa's train station off of Sunrise Highway.
babyjohnusa
Massapequa, NY20 contributions
They have not allowed skating on the pond in over 30 years.
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