Long Island Dog Parks | Have fun with your doggie!

Please--be a responsible dog owner. DO NOT bring dogs to dog parks that have aggression issues. A dog park is NOT the place to work on them!  Small dogs are especially vulnerable to attacks by agressive dogs.  Work out aggression issues with a professional trainer. 

If you have a small dog--stick to parks that provide a separate area for smaller breed dogs. Small dogs and large dogs don't always mix.  Personally, I no longer bring my small dogs to parks that do not have separate areas for small and large dogs. A friend of mine lost her beloved Yorkie this year after a large dog attacked it in a local dog park.  This particular park has no separate area for small dogs.   Unexpected attacks can happen -- read my post on Jilli Dog.  I myself lost a small Yorkie after a large stray came into our yard and attacked him.  It was devastating for my family.  

In my opinion, mixing small breed dogs with large dogs is just not worth the risk. It is a tragedy waiting to happen.  Be wise and be safe--you can still and have fun!


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Here is a list of dog parks on Long Island:

Suffolk County Dog Parks

Bideawee Dog Park--Separate Small and Large Dog Areas
Bideawee, 118 Old Country Road , Westhampton , NY 11977
The Bideawee Dog Park is a member’s only Park to ensure the safety of your pet. 
The application can be downloaded off of our website at www.bideawee.org.
The Park is divided into two sections one for large dogs and one for small dogs. 
Total area is just under an acre.
Directions: Take sunrise highway, route 27, east, to exit 61. Stay to the left and follow the sign toward Eastport. At the light at the end of the ramp make a right on to Eastport Manor Road. At the first light, make a left on to Old Country Road. Bideawee is three miles up the road on the left hand side.


Blydenburgh County Park--Separate Small and Large Dog Areas
Veterans Memorial Highway, Smithtown
This park is located within 627-acre Blydenburgh County Park in the southern section of the park. The 1.8-acre dog park includes both an open field and woods, a small dog area and a large dog area, water fountains for each area, doubled-gated entries, and plenty of benches and waste bag dispensers.
This is a beautiful facility for dog lovers, with lots of shade provided in both the large and small dog areas. The Suffolk County Parks Department did a great job constructing this park and a lot of people have worked hard to get it open. Please don't bring dogs that have aggression issues as the dog park is definitely not the place to work on them! Many thanks to Legislator John Kennedy, the Suffolk County Parks Department, and all the members of LI-DOG who worked to get this park built. Enjoy the park with your dogs but please pick up after your them and please take good care of the park.

There is an active group at Blydenburgh called "The Friends of Blydenburgh Dog Park". Their goal is to create a sense of community among the dog owners there, and also to promote harmony and safety for all who use the park. To find out more go to the Blydenburgh Dog Park website.

Directions: The entrance to the park is on Veterans Memorial Highway, opposite the H. Lee Dennison Building. Once you enter the park go past the Parks Police booth and follow the sign pointing to the activity field on which the dog park is located.


Cherry Avenue Dog Park-- Separate Small and Large Dog Areas 
250 Cherry Ave, West Sayville, NY 11796
Cherry Avenue Dog Park is a 1.5-acre park--enclosed with a 4-ft high chain link fence. The ground is covered by wood chips to keep down the dust and mud. The large and small dog areas each have running water. Trash collection will be provided but dog owners are asked to bring their own bags.
Join the Cherry Avenue Dog Park Meetup Group

Coindre Hall Dog Park101 Browns Road
Huntington, NY 11743

Perhaps Long Island's most picturesque dog park.  This is not a fenced in park, your pet must be closely supervised. No separate areas for small and large dogs.  Please keep barking to a minimum, the locals have complained about the noise.
The dog park area is behind the main house, and continues down the rolling hill to the mansion's boathouse, with views of the Huntington Harbor Light House.  If your dog likes to swim, consider taking your pet here.  Bring your camera!


“Coindre Hall is an upscale catering hall in Suffolk County, Long Island. Behind the mansion is a large field overlooking the bay. The town and facility is gracious enough to open up this area as a to us as a dog park.”


East Northport Dog Park
106 Deposit Road East Northport
If you live in the  East Northport area--the East Northport Dog Park is for you!  Approximately 300 X 90 ft, this dog park has bag stations and a shade/rain pavilion with benches. Bring your own water.

Note: You must be a Huntington township resident to use this park. Apply for a free permit at the Huntington Dog Shelter located on the property. Your dog must be licensed, current on their rabies vaccination, and you must be a Huntington resident. 

Directions: From the intersection of Larkfield and Pulaski Road, head east on Pulaski. Go approximately 1/3 of a mile and you will see a road that veers off to the right. This is Deposit Road. Turn off on Deposit Road and you will quickly see the dog park. Follow the road past the dog park and go into the second building which is the Huntington Dog Shelter office where you can get the permit to use the park.


Middle Island Dog Park--Separate Small and Large Dog Areas
1075 Middle Country Road, Middle Island

A total of four acres, with separate areas for large (over 30 pounds) and small dogs (under 30 pounds), Middle Island Dog Park has double-gated entries; a water fountain for each area; plenty of benches; and waste bag dispensers. Your dogs can slide in the sand, roll in the shade, get wet and make more friends than they've ever dreamed possible. 

Middle Island is the first dog park in the town of Brookhaven, and since all dogs must have their rabies shots and be spayed or neutered to attend the park, it's also one of the safest parks on Long Island.  You need a Pooch Pass to enter with your dog.

Directions: When you pass the lake, look for the old Kmart shopping center on the North side of Middle Country Road (aka Route 25). Pull into the parking lot and go to the right of the old Kmart store. You will see the park hidden in lush trees on the right side.
Join the Middle Island Dog Park Yahoo Group


Mud Creek County Dog Park
450 Roe Ave, Patchogue
Google Maps for location

Called Mud Creek County Park, for the creek that runs along the eastern border of the site, the off-leash area is the first new dog park created under the Five New Dog Parks initiative, which LI-DOG championed and was signed into law in May 2007. The beach is also the first new Natural Borders Dog Park created in Suffolk County.

The new off-leash beach has no amenities—no trash receptacles, no poop bag stations, and no dog water fountains. The beach is considered “carry-in, carry-out” where people will have to pick up after their dogs and take away the waste themselves. It's very important that dog owners take good care of this park and keep it clean. CAUTION:  Watch out for broken glass and poison ivy.  Temporarily closes March 1st through June 30th annually to protect potential nesting birds.  Join the Mud Creek County Dog Park on Facebook


Robinson Duck Farm Dog Park
Montauk Highway, Brookhaven
Click here for Google Maps 

A large, new dog park at the former Robinson Duck Farm on Montauk Highway in Brookhaven Hamlet. The dog park covers 2.6 acres and is surrounded by 4-ft. high wooden-slat snow fencing. Two gated entries into the dog park off a small parking lot. The dog park is located adjacent to Montauk Highway, dog owners are cautioned to keep their dogs under control and under close supervision at all times.

Note: No fencing at this park. As a "natural borders" dog park, dog owners are expected to bring their own waste disposal bags and water. The County is not providing trash receptacles or waste removal at this time.


Southold Town Recreation Center Dog Park--Separate Small and Large Dog Areas 
970 Peconic Lane, Peconic 
Phone: 631-765-5182
Click here for a map or to write a review

This park is a little less than half an acre, and is located behind the Recreation Center. There are separate areas for small and large dogs. Bring your own water.  Bring your own chair, no seating provided.  Southhold Dog Park on Facebook


Tanner Park Dog Park
Baylawn Ave and Kerrigan Rd in Babylon/Copiague
631-957-3000
Click here for a map, reviews or to post your photos of the park

Directions: For use by Town of Babylon residents only. The dog park is located behind the baseball fields at Tanner Park.  Join the Tanner Park Dog Group on Yahoo



West Hills Dog Parks--Separate Small and Large Dog Areas 
Huntington, at two separate locationsTwo great parks-- getting good reviews from dog lovers. 

West Hills Small Dog Park (25 pounds or less) Small dog park at the location of the former West Hills Dog Park-- off High Hold Drive. It is covered in new grass and has had new benches installed. It is also slated to get a new water fountain. The Suffolk County Parks Department has done a great job of creating a safe place for the owners of small dogs who want a park where their dogs can play! 

Directions: Enter the park off Round Swamp Road (north of the Northern State Parkway and south of Jericho) at High Hold Drive. Drive approximately 1/4 mile until you see a gravel parking lot on your left. Park there and walk across the street to the dog park.


West Hills Large Dog Park (26 pounds or more)
The entrance to this 1.75 acre park is on Sweet Hollow Road just north of the intersection of Old Country Road and Sweet Hollow Road. There is a water fountain, and several benches and waste bag dispensers. When you visit a dog park make sure to watch and pick up after your dog. Many people have put hours of dedication and hard work into getting these dog parks built, and it's only fair that those who use them act as responsible dog owners when they visit with their dogs.

Directions: From Jericho Turnpike turn south onto Sweet Hollow Road and go about 2 miles until you see Sweet Hills Horse Stables. The entrance to the park is right after the stables on your left. When you pull in you will see the dog park on your right. Please note that Sweet Hollow Road is narrow and winding, and bicyclists often use the road so you should exercise caution while traveling it.

From Old Country Road and Route 110 take Old Country Road West. In less than 1/4 mile you will turn north onto Sweet Hollow Road. Go about 1/2 mile and you will come to the entrance to the park on your right side. Turn in and you will see the dog park on the right. If you pass the stables you have gone too far.





Nassau County Dog Parks


Bay Park Dog Park--Separate Small and Large Dog Areas
East Rockaway, First Avenue, south of Sunrise Highway 
516-571-7245

Directions: To reach Bay Park, take Southern State Parkway to Exit 17/Hempstead Avenue South. Take Hempstead Avenue to fork (Ocean Avenue). Take left on fork (Ocean Avenue) through Lynbrook and East Rockaway to Main Street (follow park signs). Make a left onto Front Street. Make a Right onto Althouse Avenue. Make a left onto First and follow to park or go straight into the park (lighted fields).


Christopher Morley Dog Park
Roslyn-North Hills, Searingtown Road, north of Long Island Expressway 
516-571-8113

Directions: To reach Christopher Morley Park, take the Long Island Expressway to Exit 36/Searingtown Road exit (from east or west). Take Searingtown Road North and look for the park entrance on right (about 200 yards from the LIE).


Cedar Creek Dog Park--Separate Small and Large Dog Areas 
Seaford, Merrick Road east of Wantagh Avenue
516-571-7470

Directions: Take the Southern State Parkway to Exit 27 South (Wantagh Parkway). Exit off the Wantagh Parkway at W6 (Merrick Road East). Continue down Merrick Road for approximately half-mile and look for the park entrance on your right.  Cedar Creek Park Dog Run Association (CCDRA)


Nickerson Beach Dog Park
Lido, Lido Boulevard; located by the Atlantic Ocean
516-571-7700

Directions: To reach Nickerson Beach Park from the North Shore, take Meadowbrook Parkway South to Loop Parkway (Exit M10) to Point Lookout. Turn right onto Lido Boulevard. Nassau Beach is about half-mile on your left-hand side. From the South Shore, take Southern State Parkway (East) to Meadowbrook Parkway (South) toward Jones Beach. Just before the Jones Beach Toll, go off onto the Loop Parkway (exit M10) toward Point Lookout. Take Loop Parkway all the way to the end. Turn right: Nickerson Beach Park is on the left-hand side about a half-mile away.


Old Bethpage Restoration Dog Run--Separate Small and Large Dog Areas 
1303 Round Swamp Rd., Old Bethpage 
Google map and directions.

Features “green” water systems – collecting and filtering rain water for the dogs to drink. The Boy Scouts donated benches for dog owners to sit on. Hours are the same as for Old Bethpage Village Restoration – Wed – Sunday 10 a.m. until 5 p.m. There is no fee for using the dog run. 


Wantagh Dog Park--Separate Small and Large Dog Areas 
Wantagh, Kings Road and Canal Place
516-571-7460

Directions: Take the Southern State Parkway to Exit 27 South (Wantagh Parkway). Exit off the Wantagh Parkway at Sunrise Highway East. Make a right onto Wantagh Avenue. Take to the end and make right onto Merrick Road. At first light make a left into park.  Wantagh Organization of Friends Dog Park (WOOF)








Dog Parks Do's and Don'ts
by Ellen Rassiger


Here are some simple recommendations to make everyone’s visit to the dog park safe and enjoyable!


DO keep a regular collar WITH ID TAGS on your dog at all times, even at the park.


DO carry a leash with you at all times.


DO watch your dog at all times for defecation, inappropriate bullying/overly rough play, and digging.


DO bring poop bags, EVERY time!


DO pick up poop if you see it, even if it’s not from your dog.


DO bring fresh water for your dog if there is none available (and be willing to share).


DO keep a canine first aid kit in your car, as well as your vet’s phone number and the number of the closest emergency clinic, in case any dog suffers an injury while playing.


DO educate your fellow dog owners, politely and discreetly, if you see that their dog is wearing an inappropriate collar, or if they haven’t picked up after their dog.


DO make sure your dog is fully vaccinated and licensed before bringing her to the park.


DO keep your dog on leash until you reach the off-leash area.


DO spay or neuter your dog. Spayed/neutered dogs make better play companions!






DON'T bring your dog to an unfenced dog park if he/she must be kept on a leash for fear of running away.


DON'T let your dog run in the dog park while wearing a choke chain OR prong collar. It is easy for other dogs’ paws or mouths to get caught in these collars during play, and possible for your dog to get injured by a tightening collar.


DON'T bring small children to a dog park. They can easily be knocked down or injured by running dogs. Children of ANY age must be closely supervised at all times.


DON'T throw sticks for dogs to play with. If the stick lodges in the ground as the dog is going to "catch" it, it can cause serious injury. Balls or Frisbees make much safer toys!


DON'T bring a dog to the dog park that has aggression issues toward other animals OR people. This is NOT the place to work on it!


DON'T bring drinks in glass containers – they could easily be knocked down or out of your hand by a playing dog and break.


DON'T leave your dog unattended at the dog park – EVER!


DON'T bring a dog to the dog park that barks persistently.


DON'T bring pups younger than 4 months to the dog park.


DON'T bring a female dog that is in season ("in heat").


DON'T bring bones or food to the dog park, as this may trigger dogfights.


DON'T allow your dog to stand and bark at the double-gate area when a new dog is coming in – it is polite to call your dog away so the new dog can enter with ease.


Ellen Rassiger is a Certified Professional Dog Trainer and also a Certified Dog Behavior Consultant. She owns and runs Happy Dog Training & Behavior, Inc.
She can be reached at (631) 424 - 3647










Proposed Dog Parks:


Dog Park Proposed at Gardiners Park


A proposal to build a dog park in Gardiners Park in Bay Shore has been made by a dog owner who lives in East Islip and is a building contractor. The dog owner has been working on a proposal with Leg. Tom Cilmi (R-Islip) and has offered to build the dog park at no cost to the County. The Suffolk Parks Dept. has specified that the dog park will need to be built west of the playground, in an area the Dept. has long targeted for the development of a dog park. The Dept. has asked the dog owner and building contractor to submit plans to the Dept. as soon as possible.




A Dog Park Commitment from Oyster Bay!


LI-DOG has been petitioning the Town of Oyster Bay since February 2008 for a much needed dog park. At the October 18, 2011, Town Board meeting, we finally got confirmation from Supervisor John Venditto that a site in Massapequa has been designated for this purpose. The dog park will be created within a larger park on the 5.5-acre property.