The Department aims to provide safe and enjoyable recreational and interpretive opportunities for all visitors in recognition of individual needs and interests and we are committed to providing an ever-increasing range of inclusive, accessible opportunities.
Given the vast size and scope of the Suffolk County Park system, expanding accessible opportunities at Parks is an evolving and ongoing project. As we increasingly make our facilities and programs more accessible, information will continue to be made readily available on this website. We also recommend that you contact the facility in advance of your visit to understand what you can expect and how best to make your experience positive. If you require an accommodation, we welcome you to contact the park or historic site you plan to visit.
For general questions, suggestions and comments about accessibility in Suffolk County Parks and Historic Sites please send us an email at SCParks@suffolkcountyny.gov.
Suffolk County residents with a disability may be eligible to purchase a Green Key card at the discounted rate if they are able to supply a Suffolk County Disability Discount ID Card (yellow) or a New York State Developmental Disabilities Identification Card (blue). Green Key card holders that are classified as a person with a disability are eligible for free weekday admission to most county parks and reduced fees for some activities.
For more information about the Green Key card, please send us an email at SCParks @suffolkcountyny.gov or visit the Green Key Card information page.
Accessible Waterfowl Hunting and Wildlife Observation Blinds
Suffolk County Parks, with the support of The South Shore Waterfowlers Association, NYS DEC, and Riverhead Building Supply, are happy to provide waterfowl hunting and wildlife viewing opportunities for individuals of all abilities. These accessible hunting and year-round wildlife observation/appreciation blinds are located in four of our parks:
Reasonable Accommodation to Use an Unmodified Crossbow During the Regular Bow Season
Suffolk County does not have a crossbow season, however reasonable accommodation may be requested through the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation. Individuals with the reasonable accommodation authorization are required to carry the authorization with them while in the field.
A reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) may be requested by individuals with disabilities whose needs are not met by the Modified Longbow authorization or Modified Crossbow Special Permit. Certification of disability by a licensed physician is required for a reasonable accommodation for unmodified crossbow use to be granted. Your physician must certify that: "The individual is incapable of holding a bow or operating a mechanical device attached to a legal longbow for drawing, holding, and releasing a bowstring due to a physical disability." See Instructions to Request a Reasonable Accommodation for an Unmodified Crossbow.
SoloRider
The SoloRider golf cart was designed to allow players with a diverse range of abilities continue to play golf. The Department has a SoloRider golf cart available for use at the County’s four (4) golf courses. Reservations for the SoloRider must be made at least 48-hours in advance, no later than 4:00pm, two (2) business days prior to the player’s tee time. To make a reservation, email SCParks@suffolkcountyny.gov with the following information:
For additional information, please reach out to the West Sayville Operations office or the appropriate golf course.
Golf Courses West Sayville, Mountauk Highway, West Sayville (631) 567-1704 Timber Point, Great River Road, Great River (631) 581-2401 Indian Island, County Road 105, Riverhead (631) 727-7776 Bergen Point, Bergen Avenue, West Babylon (631) 661-8282
Access Mats
Access Mats are available at Suffolk County’s lifeguarded beaches when lifeguards are on duty and when conditions allow.
Beach Wheelchairs
Accessible Beach Wheelchairs are available at lifeguarded beaches when lifeguards are on duty. To borrow a beach wheelchair when visiting our beaches, ask the Lifeguards or EMT staff for assistance.
Not all facilities listed at each park are accessible. Please check with park personnel.
1. West Hills County Park - Huntington (631) 854-4423 Facilities include: Youth and group camping areas, picnicking, nature trails and restrooms.
2. Gardiner County Park - Bay Shore (631) 854-4949 or (631) 854-0935 (seasonal) Facilities include: Nature trails and restrooms.
3. Blydenburgh County Park - Smithtown (631) 854-3713 Facilities include: camping, youth and group areas, fishing, picnicking, boating, nature trails and restrooms.
4. Lakeland County Park - Islandia (631) 853-2727 (Seasonal) or (631) 854-4949 Facilities include: playground, a picnic area with gazebo, restrooms, basketball and shuffleboard courts, and nature trails (of which 3500 feet are boardwalks or a surfaced area).
5. Lake Ronkonkoma County Park - Lake Ronkonkoma (631) 854-9699 Facilities include: picnicking, handball, basketball, ball fields, restrooms.
6. Southaven County Park - Brookhaven (631) 854-1414 Facilities include camping, youth and group areas, canoeing, fishing, duck hunting, horseback riding (bring your own horse), picnicking, boating, Trap & Skeet, nature trails, and restrooms.
7. Smith Point County Park - Shirley (631) 852-1313 Facilities include camping, fishing, picnicking, outer beach area, restrooms, swimming (accessible beach wheelchair available), playground and communication board, and duck hunting.
8. Indian Island County Park - Riverhead (631) 852-3232 Facilities include: camping, youth and group areas, fishing, picnicking, restrooms.
9. Sears Bellows County Park - Hampton Bays (631) 852-8290 Facilities include camping, fishing, picnicking, horseback riding (bring your own horse), boating, swimming, nature trails, restrooms.
10. Cedar Point County Park - East Hampton (631) 852-7620 Facilities include: camping, boating, youth and group areas, fishing, restrooms, outer beach area.
11. Meschutt Beach County Park - Hampton Bays (631) 852-8205 Facilities include Lifeguard supervised swimming (accessible beach wheelchair available), picnicking, camping, restrooms, and food concession.
Parks General Information: (631) 854-4949 or SCParks@suffolkcountyparksny.gov Suffolk County Office for People with Disabilities: (631) 853-8333
Address: P.O. Box 144 West Sayville, NY 11796
Phone: (631) 854-4949
Email: scparks@suffolkcountyny.gov
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