Take A Stroll Through Huntington's Parks
/There are nearly 100 parks, beaches and hiking trails across the Town of Huntington that are just begging to be explored. Keep reading to learn about what just a few of those parks have to offer. Did we miss your favorite? If so, let us know by sending a picture of your favorite park and a description of why you love it to our Twitter and/or Facebook.
Mill Dam Park in Halesite offers both plenty of opportunities to play, and a beautiful view of Huntington Harbor.
Mill Dam Park
19 Mill Dam Road, Halesite
Mill Dam Park is located right on the water of Huntington Harbor. There, the Mill Dam marina is in full view whether you're on the playground or on one of several softball fields within the park itself. The park also features several playing fields; a small, shaded playground facing the docked boats; and fully-lit facilities in between the first two softball fields. It's a perfect spot to visit after roaming around Huntington Village.
In addition to town and county funding, Joseph and Nikki Gregory donated $1 million on behalf of the Cold Spring Harbor Soccer Club in memory of the late Brianna Titcomb, the 13-year-old soccer enthusiast after whom Breezy Park is named
Breezy Park
19 W Rogues Path, Huntington Station
Located in the middle of Huntington Station, Breezy Park offers a wide selection of playing fields, including football, lacrosse, and soccer. Each field is large and the parking lot is accessible from the main roads lining its borders. There is also a gated playground, distanced a bit from the playing fields.
The walking trail in Cold Spring Harbor State Park spans 1.14 miles.
Cold Spring Harbor State Park
95 Harbor Road, Cold Spring Harbor
One of the largest parks in town, Cold Spring Harbor State Park spans 40 acres, across which visitors can spend the day a variety of ways, including a scenic hike. Pets are permitted in the park, but must remain on a leash. Boat launching is another available amenity as the northernmost portion of the park abuts the harbor. Cold Spring Harbor is lined with boat clubs and the park allows for visitors to cast their boats right from the park itself. The park is also within walking distance from downtown Cold Spring Harbor, and offers serene views of the water upon entrance. Locals typically park their cars up on the hill simply to admire the view and enjoy the shade provided by the trees lining the parking lot.
Decades in the making, Coral Park officially opened in Greenlawn in 2014 and is the annual spot for the Town of Huntington pick-up basketball tournament.
Coral Park
322 Broadway, Greenlawn
Small and quaint, Coral Park resides in Greenlawn, where it offers its visitors a peaceful spot to sit and enjoy their surroundings for however long they wish. The park features a basketball court, playground, and picnic area. Behind those amenities is a wide, open field suitable for whatever sport imaginable. Bordering the field is a shaded, paved path perfect for a run. Coral Park is also the site of the town’s annual basketball tournament for kids ages 12-18.
Veterans Park in East Northport is typically filled with Tigers during school fall and spring sports seasons.
Veterans Park
253 Bellerose Ave., East Northport
Driving through East Northport, one is almost assured to pass by Veterans Park. The park has a wide variety of amenities available to the public, including a grass field and pairs of little league fields, basketball courts and turf fields -- suitable for lacrosse, football or soccer. All of the playing fields at the park are lighted. Unique to Veterans Park, there’s a large skate park located by the front entrance. Additionally, the park has several picnic areas, a playground, and two comfort stations.
While Otsego Park may be known for its plentiful baseball and softball fields, it also has plenty of great spots to sit and relax.
Otsego Park
East end of Otsego Avenue, Dix Hills
Otsego Park is the ideal spot for baseball lovers. With a total of five little league fields, two softball fields, one baseball field and four pee-wee fields, the park hosts countless games every year. Other features include a basketball court, tennis court, and playground.
“I love to spend the afternoon here,” said a babysitter from Kings Park. “I babysit a few kids and they always ask if we can spend time here, they love the playground and how much space there is to run around.”
Dog lovers typically gather in Northport Village Park on a nice, sunny day
Northport Village Park
54 Woodbine Ave., Northport
Always filled with people but surprisingly quiet, Northport Village Park in Northport is an ideal place to spend an entire afternoon. A popular spot for dog walking and admiring the harbor, the park offers a variety of scenic spots. It’s not uncommon to run into an artist of two working on a piece in the middle of the lawn at the park, the gazebo is a very popular location for small events and works of art alike. Northport Village Park is right off of Main Street in downtown Northport, many take their lunch to go and settle down on a bench facing the water. Amenities include a playground and basketball court.
