The best parks & outdoor spots in Huntington

“Wooded section of Central Park offering walking/biking paths, hiking, birdwatching & a stream.”

“Scenic Hudson River park features the Cloisters museum & gardens, plus a dog run & playgrounds.”

“Historical & hilly green space with a long river front, sports areas & NYC's last natural forest.”

“Park offering scenic elevated views, a large pool, sports facilities & the city's oldest bridge.”

“Public space with a community center, 2 playgrounds, drawbridges, an outdoor pool & summer concerts.”

“Storied multilevel park with elms & rocky outcrops, plus a long boulevard & multiple playgrounds.”

“This 23-acre meadow, the largest in Central Park, features 7 baseball & 5 softball fields.”

“Shake off the week and wander through Dyckman Farmhouse Museum, a circa-1764 Dutch colonial home with a serene garden and exhibitions and projects that dig into Inwood’s stories, from DyckmanDISCOVERED to the Inwood African Burial Ground. It’s low-key, thoughtful, and the kind of local escape that actually resets you.”

From the Hoboken newsletter, August 7, 2026

“Northport’s Del Vino Vineyards brings a taste of Tuscany closer to home with estate-grown wines, a warm tasting room, and serious food-and-wine chops. Family-run by the Giachettis, it’s the low-stress, high-reward Babylon escape your week could use.”

From the Islip newsletter, August 7, 2026

“Public green space featuring sculptures, a dog run & views of the Flatiron Building.”

“Large pier on the river featuring a boathouse with programs, kayak rentals, a restaurant & dog park.”

“Park offering spaces for basketball, baseball & football, plus a playground, dog run & garden.”

“550-acre green space on the shores of the Hudson with multiple activities & bike paths.”