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Hallock State Park Preserve
4.6 ★★★★★ 115 Google reviews · Running trail in Riverhead, New York · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
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Confirmed from Hallock State Park Preserve's own listing, the park or land manager's website, and runner reviews. Blank cells mean we could not verify that fact — we would rather say "not reported" than invent one. There is no Easy / Moderate / Hard rating on this page on purpose: a one-word difficulty score tells you nothing about whether a trail suits your run. Surface, distance, shade and hours do.
Secluded state park with a beach and marked hiking trails often used for walks.
What runners say about Hallock State Park Preserve
“Perfect 👌 place to relax and enjoy with the Family the water is clean you can swim 🏊♂️ and fishing 🎣 just the only thing is there can't bring your pet”
“There were four trails and we initially hiked the Maritime Forest Trail which has several scenic overlooks of the sound and a good view of Hallocks Pond.”
“that I and my friends reached easily on a well marked trail.”
“I loved walking around its serene, unspoiled nature and the beautiful pristine beach .”
Hallock State Park Preserve was a nice hike. Normally there is an $8 parking fee but it is waived during the winter season. There are two parking lots - one at the entrance where the payment kiosk is and one at the trailheads.
This place is a tucked away gem. The gift shop is about 2 years old but a bit wanting for stuff. We went to the parking lot way in the back. There are solar powered parking machines. There is a very hilly trail to the beach. Nobody on the beach or trail. We saw deer tracks but no deer.
This State Park Reserve is a true gem. I loved walking around its serene, unspoiled nature and the beautiful pristine beach ... that I and my friends reached easily on a well marked trail. I definitely recommend a visit. The visitors center is also pleasant with useful info and a gift shop.
Great spot to stop and stretch your legs and enjoy the North Fork scenery. They have really nice hiking trails that run along Long Island sound and a beautiful beach with great views. They also have bathroom facilities that are always kept immaculately clean.
Trail conditions & character
“You then drive back to the large parking lot in the back where there are hiking trails and then the broad trail down to the beach.”
“There were four trails and we initially hiked the Maritime Forest Trail which has several scenic overlooks of the sound and a good view of Hallocks Pond.”
“I loved walking around its serene, unspoiled nature and the beautiful pristine beach .”
“Overall an easy hike with some elevation gain when walking from the beach back to the parking lot.”
“They also have bathroom facilities that are always kept immaculately clean.”
“that I and my friends reached easily on a well marked trail.”
Plan your run at Hallock State Park Preserve
The practical stuff
- AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
- DistanceNot reported. Trail systems often quote total path mileage rather than a single loop, so measure the route you actually want before you drive out.
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- At the trailheadparking, restrooms — reported by runners
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Websiteparks.ny.gov
- Phone(631) 315-5475
Hours
| Monday | 8 AM–6 PM |
| Tuesday | 8 AM–6 PM |
| Wednesday | 8 AM–6 PM |
| Thursday | 8 AM–6 PM |
| Friday | 8 AM–6 PM |
| Saturday | 8 AM–6 PM |
| Sunday | 8 AM–6 PM |
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