Blydenburgh County Park

Category: Park

Address: Veteran's Memorial Highway, Smithtown, NY 11788, USA

Phone: +16318543712

Opening hours

Sunday: 8AM–3:30PM

Monday: 8AM–3:30PM

Tuesday: 8AM–3:30PM

Wednesday: 8AM–3:30PM

Thursday: 8AM–3:30PM

Friday: 8AM–3:30PM

Saturday: 8AM–3:30PM

Reviews

Kathy Patterson

Sep 29, 2022

Beautiful place to hike

Joe Boocheck

Sep 29, 2022

6.6 miles of splendor. A great hike. Plenty of parking. The day we hiked the weather was perfect. Low 70s, low humidity and sunny. Most of the hike was a canopy of beautiful trees. The paths allowed for side by side hiking but at times it was single file. The trails are extremely well marked and meander around a picturesque lake. It’s an easy to moderate hike with gentle inclines and declines. Horses are permitted in parts so you’ll occasionally need to maneuver some poop. I imagine it could be muddy after a rain storm in some parts. And in some areas you’ll need to navigate tree roots. Otherwise a comfortable pair of sneakers should suffice. Along the blue trail you’ll find benches and rest areas with restrooms that were well taken care of. We parked by the dog park because we brought our two dogs. The park allows dogs leashed. I recommend parking by the boat launch. It’s more convenient. During peak months small row boats are available for use.

De'Anna Fitzpatrick

Sep 25, 2022

A great place to take a long walk, meditate by the lake and watch the swans! My little fur baby loves being there too!

lenora jackey

Sep 23, 2022

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Questions & Answers

Is it a good place to run? Is there a running path?

Hilary Topper | Oct 3, 2019
Anthony Ljucovic | Oct 3, 2019

Yes, the trail has very minor hills, the whole thing is mostly runnable. One side of the trail (looks like cars drive through it) has a lot of sand

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Are the hiking trails and dog park open during the winter? Specifically the month of January?

Emily | Oct 3, 2019
Anthony Ljucovic | Oct 3, 2019

Yes they're open

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Is there camper trailers allowed, and is there electric hook up?

John dabbraccio | Oct 3, 2018
Shanice Violenes | Oct 3, 2018

Yes there is trailers allowed and the site comes with both water and electric hook up!!!! So come on down camper lol. Tonight's very breezy and beautiful the moon is shining there's lots trees of green trees with both chipmunks and squirrels around, clean bath and friendly people's.. there's a big dog park on site for small breed and big dogs there's a Walmart not to far away theres picnic areas theres a fishing area with a beautiful view friendly staff and you can stay up to 2 weeks at a time.

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Do you have grills

Buddy Mcfly | Oct 3, 2018
Irene Samuels | Oct 3, 2018

Yes. And easy to gather wood close by.

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Are there any basketball courts?

Shahpour Ismail | May 5, 2022
Blydenburgh County Park | May 5, 2022

We do not have Basketball Courts at Blydenburgh. For a list of what is offered, please see our website: https://www.suffolkcountyny.gov/Departments/Parks/Our-Parks/Blydenburgh-County-Park

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Can you use a bicycle?

A J | Oct 2, 2021
Andrew Marshall | Oct 2, 2021

Blydenburgh is not a trail sanctioned by the local trail building organization, Concerned Long Island Mountain Bikers(CLIMB). They are in charge of all of the mountain bike trail building that goes on in and around the island. There are few trails that arent sanctioned that are mountain biking friendly, like Sunken Meadow. However, this park is strictly a hiking path, and there is reason behind it. If many people decide to use the trails for mountain biking, it will cause erosion on the trails from the tread and will severely damage the trail if done. This is why there are designated hiking trails and biking trails. Most hiking trails aren't mountain biking trails, however many biking trails can be used as hiking trails. Hope this clears up any confusion.

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can you launch a private Kayak onto the lake and if so where would that be?

Ronald Noon | Oct 2, 2020
Gregory Senyszyn | Oct 2, 2021

At the boat rentals. It's on the map. It's access road is not on the map. But, there is a sign.

Is there a bike trail? If so where is the entrance?

Anna Rodriguez | Oct 2, 2020
Pasquale Regina | Oct 2, 2020

Yes u can

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Is there a camp ground?

zaid aziz | Oct 3, 2019
Katrin Sara Sadigh | Oct 3, 2019

Yes this park has both RV and tent camping sites.

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Who do I speak to about cleaning Blydenberg lake for fishing?

Travis Tate | Oct 3, 2019
Mark Smith | Oct 3, 2019

For every park there are Parks & Rec Rangers. You may not see them often but if you see a green pickup truck or someone in their main building, you can ask them and they'll certainly know.

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What is the history. What does the name mean?

lamyra astrop | Oct 3, 2019
Joseph Cavera | Oct 3, 2019

See link here: https://patch.com/new-york/smithtown/smithtown-a-history-the-historic-district-of-blydenburgh-park

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I just posted a photo of a Big snake in Blydenburgh Park. Near the horse corral. What type is it ?

Tina L. Nelkin | Oct 3, 2018
charlie p | Oct 3, 2018

Think it's a Black Racer - good varmint deterrent

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Is there a dog park?

Phil Durity | Oct 3, 2017
Harry D | Oct 3, 2017

And a row boating section to take your dogs on a ride

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Do I have to pay parking fee after 4PM on a week day, during peek season

g.vathi k | Sep 2, 2022
Lucy Goosey | Sep 2, 2022

Free parking all week and after 3 on weekends

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Do they have electric hookup for RV?

Amanda Orlandini | Aug 3, 2022
Craig H | Aug 3, 2022

Yes I believe so.

Are there biking trails?

Mary DeMieri | Aug 3, 2022
Joseph Scarfo | Aug 3, 2022

Yes, indeed that there's Biking Trails

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Are dogs allowed any where in the park?

Rashad El Tahrawy | Jul 4, 2022
Jen | Jul 4, 2022

This is one of the most dog-friendly parks I have been to. Their dog park is big with a small forested walking trail where your dog can run free. And like someone else said, you can walk your dog anywhere else in the park as well as long as they are leashed.

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Are dogs allowed any where in the patk?

Rashad El Tahrawy | Jul 4, 2022
John Finneran | Jul 4, 2022

I'm pretty sure. I have not seen any signs saying different. Alot of people walk dogs there, let them swim. They also have a dog park that is fenced in where they are off leash. Its my favorite park around its so beautiful. It really seems like you are upstate ny when walking through the trails.

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is the park open today, Thanksgiving?

Samantha Raimo | Dec 6, 2021
Christiana du Plessis | Dec 6, 2021

Yes

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Does blydenburgh park have pickleball courts?

Elaine Ford | Dec 6, 2021
moschera01 | Dec 6, 2021

Nope

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are the public bathrooms available during the off season?

Adhi Ardianto | Oct 2, 2021
Fredy Amaya | Oct 2, 2021

Yes the bathroom are close

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Are allowed to pitch a tent during picnic? We are gonna clean it up at the sunset time.

Adhi Ardianto | Oct 2, 2021
Adi Ashkenazi | Oct 2, 2021

You have to call the park office

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Is there cable hook up at sites for trailor?

Janice Zaklukiewicz | Oct 2, 2021
Brunilda Lopez | Oct 2, 2021

I don't think so

Do you need a special pass to enter in May? Or is the park open to anyone for a fee?

Diane gibson | Oct 2, 2021
Erin Johnston | Oct 2, 2021

Is this a good place to see a sunset?

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When do they charge to get in on the weekends.

Maura Howard | Oct 2, 2021
Richard Dorfman | Oct 2, 2021

They haven't yet

I am originally from Long Island but now live in Myrtle Beach. Can I stay in a RV there for 5 days?

Janice Zaklukiewicz | Oct 2, 2021
MarvinDSancho2011 | Oct 2, 2021

Camping is available call for more information !

What is the admission fee?

Dominic Hawkins | Oct 2, 2021
Galina Lampert | Oct 2, 2021

Admission is free.

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How much is the parking fee?

Anilkumar KA | Oct 2, 2020
David Loughlin | Oct 2, 2020

No fee after Labor day.

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Is there an entrance fee?

Damian LEE | Oct 2, 2020
Veronica Macas | Oct 2, 2020

Yes, $ 7 if you have Green pass, if not will be $15

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Is there tent or RV camping here?

Gustavo Miron | Oct 2, 2020
Scott Smith | Oct 2, 2020

Yes to both.

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Hi can I swim in the lake with my dog?

umani persaud | Oct 2, 2020
David Loughlin | Oct 2, 2020

It's a pond and full of underwater plants.

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Is this a good place for a small wedding ?

Rose Ryan | Oct 2, 2020
Peter Rice | Oct 2, 2020

It is a great place for pictures, but since it is open to the public and I don't think they cater to weddings. Here is a link to some places in Suffolk County, however, that do: https://www.longisland.com/long-island-parks-and-weddings.html

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Is the office to purchase beach/park pass open on Saturday

Karen Aponte | Oct 2, 2020
Scott Smith | Oct 2, 2020

I'm certain there is someone there on Saturday but I'm not sure if you can buy an extended pass there. You can buy the Suffolk county Green Key on line. http://Suffolkcountyny.gov/departments/parks/green-key-card

Anyone know if the dog park reopened yet?

Lissa Boileau | Oct 2, 2020
Carolyn Hill | Oct 2, 2020

It wasn't open last weekend.

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Are there fire pits at each camp site?

TJ HERMAN | Oct 3, 2019
Barbara Ericksen | Oct 3, 2019

Sorry I don't know the answer.

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Is there a few for the dog park on Sundays?

Linda Riccardi | Oct 3, 2019
Jules Rose | Oct 3, 2019

Yes weekends only (Saturday and Sunday)

I want to take my kids' park picnic to allow tents to be shaded? Can you fish?

zhaojun chen | Oct 3, 2019
Lisa M Denison | Oct 3, 2019

You can fish but might need to pay for a permit. Ask at the booth when you come in. Also there are many picnic tables under the trees. No tents unless you bring one

Do you need to make reservations?

Roscoe Arbuckle | Oct 3, 2019
Kevin Gorman | Oct 3, 2019

On holiday weekends it's recommended any other weekend no reservations needed

How are the facilities?😁

Roscoe Arbuckle | Oct 3, 2019
Matthew Perlow | Oct 3, 2019

Bathrooms are clean multiple locations plenty of water for dogs too.

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Does it have electricity and water sites.

Bonnie Smith | Oct 3, 2019
Tray ok | Sep 18, 2022

Can you go on stand up board

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Can you fish in this joint?

Carlos Luis Morales Muñoz | Oct 3, 2019
Charlie Zumpano | Oct 3, 2019

Yes, you'll see that many people do.

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Can you fish from the docks without a fishing license? What are the rules?

Irene Hanna-ohm | Oct 3, 2019
Thomas Halpin | Oct 3, 2019

Always need a license..

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Is therre a vampsite for tents?

Irene Hanna-ohm | Oct 3, 2019
Joseph Mayer | Oct 3, 2019

yes

Is this a good place for mushroom hunting?(edible and medicinal not psychoactive) I know some people wouldn't want to give up their special spots but I thought about asking anyway

Pablo E Garcia jr | Oct 3, 2018
Alexander Borrero | Oct 3, 2018

I'm camping at blydenburgh I've seen a lot of big mushrooms but I don't know if they're edible

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Does the park have bocce ball courts?

Denise Crutchfield | Oct 3, 2018
Chuck Schleifer | Oct 3, 2018

I don't think so, but you can always play on the grass!

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ARE DOGS ALLOWED AT THE CAMPSITES? THANK YOU.

Elgee Newman | Oct 3, 2018
ESJJ ESJJ | Oct 3, 2018

Yes dogs are allowed at the camp sites.

Is propane tanks allowed in the campground?

Rodney Ramdhanie | Oct 3, 2018
Chuck Schleifer | Oct 3, 2018

I agree wit Charlie, if the RV are allowed I think ok, but best to check with the office

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can i bring my dogs

Marianne Wright | Oct 3, 2018
Jason S | Oct 3, 2018

Yes. Theres a dog park near the campground and your allowed to walk with them in the trails around the lake.

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Is there a dock or someplace to fish at Blydenburg with my young grandsons?

Nancy Andersen | Oct 3, 2017
Harry D | Oct 3, 2017

Yes, fishing is allowed but there are very strict regulations. Bass is mostly catch and release only. The other variety have to be at 9" or more and only at certain Times of the year. Please check the website for these restrictions.

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Is there anywhere I can rent a rowboat or canoe after labor day?

Michele Licausi | Oct 3, 2017
Cynthia Wisekal | Oct 3, 2017

There is a place that rents kayaks on Harbor Road in East Setauket. Not sure of exact location or if they still rent them in the off-season. You might want to Google where to rent a canoe, rowboat & kayak. Good luck!

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Is this park have a bike riding path?

Porfirio MeleCan | Oct 3, 2017
Porfirio MeleCan | Oct 3, 2017

Thank you very kuch for your time.

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Can i bbq here, and how much is it to get in or park? Thanks

ruth weinreich | Oct 3, 2017
Nancy K | Oct 3, 2017

You can BBQ, and there's no charge for parking. There is a charge for camping and you need a Suffolk County Green Key for that. A green key is $15.00 for 3 years and camping is $15.00 a night. You have to be a Suffolk County resident for the green key, but they have non-resident camping rates as well. There are picnic areas throughout the park.

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How much is row boating

Carly O | Oct 3, 2017
J Ortiz | Oct 3, 2017

Hi. I actually work with the boats. Here is how pricing works: you pay $20 up front. That will cover you for about 2 hours. If you go out for 1 hour you get $10 back. If you go out for 2 hours you get $2 back. If you go out for 3 or more hours you will owe us money when you return the boat. You have to give us a photo I.D to hold on to while you're out . W.e are open at 8am and we stop renting at 2:30. Our last day is Labor day.

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