Dog Friendly Hiking Trails Near WSH Airport

Prosser Pines Loop Trail is a moderately trafficked, .7-mile pet-friendly hike in Middle Island, NY. The forest is unique and rare and is one of the oldest surviving White Pine Plantations on the eastern seaboard of the United States. During your adventure, ensure your furry friend remains on a leash.

The dog-friendly Southaven County Park is a popular picnicking site in Yaphank, NY. Boating and freshwater fishing are permitted. The Carmans River flows through this scenic, pine-oak forested park. Camping is also available, with sites for tents and trailers. Leashed dogs are welcome. Parking fee only during summer, Memorial to Labor Day weekends.

Cathedral Pines County Park is a 320 acre site situated along the headwaters of the Carmans River. Facilities include campsites for individuals, youth group camping and club camping (10 or more units) and family camping, including 10 sites with water and electric hookups. Picnic sites and the George Broome Memorial Activity Building are also available. Adjacent to Cathedral Pines Park is Prosser Pines Nature Preserve, which features a majestic stand of white pines planted in 1812. Prosser Pines is a popular site for hikers and photographers.

Situated conveniently near several access points to hiking trails in the Pine Barrens, this facility was established to provide the public with environmental interpretation of the Pine Barrens. Leashed dogs are welcome on the short, interpretive "Blueberry Loop" trail on the grounds of the center to give visitors a sampling of a Pine Barrens outdoor experience. Also on the grounds is El's Trail, a 3/4 mile accessible trail (trail chair available.) Open Friday - Monday, from May - October.

Leashed dogs are welcome at the pet-friendly Robert Cushman Murphy County Park in Manorville - a favorite for hiking and bird watching. Rare coastal plain pondshore habitat provides professional scientists with opportunities to conduct important biological experiments and inventories. Be advised that hunting is permitted seasonally on portions of the property.

Robert Cushman Murphy County Park is a pet-friendly spot in Manorville, NY. Fido is welcome to explore with you on the various hiking trails. This area has the highest concentration of rare and endangered plants in the entire state you'll encounter on your adventure.