Heckscher State Park

This amazing place is in a different league. You don’t feel like you’re in NY here. People are so nice. This place is massive. You can literally spend weeks here and not see everything. Do your research before coming here. There are numerous playgrounds here. One of the playground areas is adjacent to the water. There are also many paths through the woods. They even have cottages that can be rented out to sleep at. There is an entry fee during the season. This is an exceptional place. The playgrounds are acceptable and nice but there is nothing extraordinary about them.

Very big state park. The entrance fee is about $8. I went on a Saturday morning. Looks like you need to book before for an event. This is a very large park. Nice and clean road. There are many fields. Before going for an event, ask for which field. There are 6 fields .
Clean restrooms and wide parking spaces are available.

This is a big picnic location in a natural environment. Great South Bay on the south side. Heckscher field parking 6 is huge too. This place has hundreds of seating, benches, tables, and a lot of BBQ pit. It is a place of adequate safety and security. It has men's and women's changing rooms by the bay.

This park is always clean. It is well maintained. I enjoy taking my best girl for a walk on the deck by the water. She enjoys the park as well. Adequate amount of well cared for benches to enjoy nature for a spell.

My favorite local park! Been coming here since I was a kid and still visit often. Really wish they would’ve kept the pool open though!

Beautiful park. Lots to do with family, from picnicking, to going to the beach to renting your very own beach hut !!

We're staying in the cottages for a nice little getaway without having to go too far from home. Beautiful beach views and peaceful surroundings. Dave at the food truck at field 8 is knowledgeable about the area and has great snacks! During off- peak, park seems a little understaffed.

Beautiful park. At park for the NY State Summer Run Series. The ticks seem to be under control this year. There are much fewer bugs than previous visits to this park. We were pleasantly surprised! Go prepared anyway. It is a great spot to visit for their trails, beach, fishing, or barbecue.

Never been to a park that had one let alone 4 (that I saw) bike repair stations. Very neat. Lost of wild animala about too!

Hugh park with plenty room for an improvement. The entry fee is $8. There are three cricket pitches in one of the fields. Pitches have hard concrete under the matting, so cricket leather ball doesn't bounce much. You can easily hit ball on the rise without getting worried about bounce. Outfield is quick, and plenty of room for an improvement in terms of outfield is concern. I hope in years to come, Cricket facility will be improved. This park is also widely used by the new drivers who are learning to drive since 3 miles round trip at 25 miles per hour speed limit gives good driving opportunity. You will find plenty of wildlife in this park. There is no entrance fee during winter time. Field 7 parking lot is the best for the sunset in the wintertime where you can remain in the warmth of your car and watch sun going down since the parking lot is right next to the beach. You will find lots of birds on the field 7 parking lot during the winter.

It’s strange to say this but this park is a hidden gem!! Very underutilized for the most part. I come here to walk, ride my bike (great bike trails) or just sit and take it all in. A beautiful place to meditate or just clear your head of day to day stressors. Come visit and enjoy!!

Beautiful place to hike. Ton of possibilities of places to explore. Come early and definitely make a day adventure. Great place to get a tan or for camping too.

It's a beautiful park with plenty of amenities. A bike and hiking trail, campground, playground and beach. I rode from Brooklyn and camped out here. It was a pleasant stay, although it would have been nice to have a campfire.

Its a great park with baseball and soccer fields, basketball courts, disc golf and I've seen people playing cricket as well. It has a great beach and a field specifically for dogs. There a few playgrounds for the kids to play at with swings. Has a great paved path for bike riding and walking through the park. I love taking my kids there to get away from the house and off the screens.

I love this park, we had so much fun. The park is very clean and organized. There is kids area with a playground. They have clean restrooms with 🧻🧻🧻! They also have built in grills all over the park with benches. I love this park it’s very big. (We were in field2)

We love Heckscher Park! So many different trails and areas for all kinds of activities. There's a beachy area near the water, a long walking trail loop and other walking trails through wooded areas. Lots of fields for sports and stuff and picnic areas. Something for everyone!

I'm here now it's nice quiet relaxing sleep great at night. It's kinda far from the water so walking it's a good mile half. So driving is better. But really nice place.

Great trails to walk. Very relaxing place. A very clean park to come with family or a partner. The scenery is amazing all year round. You can enjoy a nice bike ride or a long walk. The new cottages that they are building are looking very nice. Great park for those with 4x4's when it rains to drive through the puddles.

Immersed in the serene embrace of nature, Heckscher State Park is a sanctuary for outdoor enthusiasts. Its lush trails and scenic vistas inspire awe and reverence for the natural world. Yet, amidst this paradise, a somber note strikes – Allyson Amaya, a 13-year-old adventurer, disappeared on February 5th nearby. As you revel in the park's splendor, keep a vigilant eye out for her. Let's unite our love for the outdoors with a shared mission of hope and solidarity. Visit the Amigos for Kids website to contribute your part. I believe that Allyson is waiting to be found, and with your help, she will be.

Great place to take toddlers to play on 2 playgrounds, big safe field to run in. Amazing sunsets. Year round bathrooms. Free to go till April then $8 per visit. Hiking trails. Dog friendly in field 5. Bathrooms not handicap friendly.