Heckscher State Park

About

Heckscher State Park campground offers 67 sites on Long Island's scenic Great South Bay shoreline in Suffolk County. The developed campground accommodates both tent campers and RVs with equipment lengths ranging from 20 to 50 feet depending on the site. While no electric, water, or sewer hookups are available, the campground provides restrooms, showers, a dump station, and picnic tables at each site. The park is known for its water recreation opportunities including bay swimming at West Beach, boat launches, kayaking, canoeing, windsurfing, and paddleboarding. Four miles of paved multi-use trails wind through the park for hiking and biking. The campground also features grills, a playground, and an information center. Reservations are made through ReserveAmerica up to 9 months in advance. Pets are not permitted at campsites or cottages. Maximum stay is 14 consecutive nights. In addition to the campsites, the park offers 15 waterfront cottages available from late April through mid-October.

Directions

Located at Heckscher Parkway Field 1, East Islip, NY 11730. From the Southern State Parkway, take exit 44 south onto Heckscher State Parkway and follow it to the park entrance.