Be advised, to encourage social distancing and help stop the spread of COVID-19, many parks have reduced parking by 50% and local roads may have closures in effect. Many popular parks will fill to capacity by noon and close early to incoming visitors and traffic. Closures will be posted here and on our homepage. For real-time traffic updates visit: https://www.511ny.org/#:Alerts
Nestled in the heart of Smithtown, Caleb Smith State Park Preserve is one of four state nature preserves on Long Island. Within its 543 acres are a variety of habitats offering guests picturesque views that change with the seasons. Caleb Smith is a passive use park. This not only helps protect the local plant and wildlife populations but also allows visitors to escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life and enjoy the quiet serenity that can only be found in nature.
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For information on educational opportunities & programs in Long Island State Parks, please visit Long Island Environmental Interpretive Center.
Please Note: Pets, Bikes and Picnics are not permitted.
Pet Policy: No Pets Allowed
Park hours of operation: 9am - 4pm, Wednesday through Sunday; year round except holidays.
Nature museum hours of operation: 9am-4pm Wednesday through Sunday; year round.
For reservations, call 631-265-1054.
Most New York State Parks charge a vehicle use fee to enter the facility. Fees vary by location and season. A list of entry fees and other park use fees is available below. For fees not listed or to verify information, please contact the park directly.
The easy-to-use Empire Pass card is $80- and your key to all-season enjoyment with unlimited day-use entry at most facilities operated by State Parks and the State Dept. of Environmental Conservation including forests, beaches, trails and more. Purchase online or contact your favorite park for more information. Learn more about our Admission Programs including the Empire Pass.
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Enjoy some refreshing crisp air as we embark on the red trail, which offers different views than both the yellow and the blue. This is a moderate level hike with some hills. Bring water and good walking shoes/boots.
Due to the Covid-19 safety parameters, space is limited. Reservations are required. Masks are mandatory. All programs are outside. $4 cash, per person.
After a long, cold winter, the local plants and animals are beginning to become active again! Join us for a stroll through the park as we search for signs of spring!
Due to the Covid-19 safety parameters, space is limited. Reservations are required. Masks are mandatory. All programs are outside. $4 cash, per person.
We will loan you a backpack filled with fun, interesting experiments to do as we walk through the park. Activities will be completed as a group. (Limited to 12 backpacks)
Due to the Covid-19 safety parameters, space is limited. Reservations are required. Masks are mandatory. All programs are outside. $4 cash, per person.
Caleb Smith State Park is home to many beautiful species of wildflower, and now is the time of year when they are starting to awaken again! We'll bring field guides to try to find and identify some of these early spring bloomers!
Due to the Covid-19 safety parameters, space is limited. Reservations are required. Masks are mandatory. All programs are outside. $4 cash, per person.