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Nature Trail
4.8 ★★★★★ 86 Google reviews · Running trail in Oyster Bay, New York · Open 24 hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Mixed
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Open 24 hours
Confirmed from Nature Trail'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.
Wildlife refuge featuring a hiking trail leading to a beach.
What runners say about Nature Trail
“Clean and well maintained property.”
“Easy walk with beautiful water view, you will walk in the wood then a little boardwalk to Sandy Beach and then back.”
“Beautiful grounds, serene beach, simple trail and wasn't crowded.”
This is a fairly short trail besides the museum. There are a few small steps along the way that were worn out/ well used, so be careful not to slip. The nature walk was a bit humid, but sufficiently blocked out all the sun. The well constructed bridge crosses a swamp and connects to the sandy beach
A wonderful trail leading down to Cold Spring Harbor with a a good stretch of shoreline that is a protected bird sanctuary and a great place to capture photos or rest and relax. The trail is a loop trail that is downhill to the new boardwalk and there it leads to the Family beach of Theodore Roosevelt.
Conquered my fear of hiking down wild trails. Will forever remember this place 🫶🏽 Perfect first (short) hike to get to the lake. Colors are absolutely stunning during fall 🍂
Really nice trail Path from Sagamore hill to eel creek , reading and learning about Theodore Roosevelt before give the experience a different dimension
Trail conditions & character
“Easy walk with beautiful water view, you will walk in the wood then a little boardwalk to Sandy Beach and then back.”
“Really nice trail Path from Sagamore hill to eel creek , reading and learning about Theodore Roosevelt before give the experience a different dimension”
“You can also bring your dog which is a fantastic feature.”
“The trail is a loop trail that is downhill to the new boardwalk and there it leads to the Family beach of Theodore Roosevelt.”
“Beautiful grounds, serene beach, simple trail and wasn't crowded.”
“Some portions are a little steep, and the trail can be muddy if it has rained recently.”
“There are porta potties with a hand washing station outside but no actual restrooms.”
Plan your run at Nature Trail
The practical stuff
- AccessOpen 24 hours — no gate to beat, so a 5am or a 10pm run both work
- SurfaceMixed — more than one surface along the route, so check the segment you plan to run
- 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 trailheadrestrooms — reported by runners
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Websitenps.gov
- Phone(516) 922-4788
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Hours
| Monday | Open 24 hours |
| Tuesday | Open 24 hours |
| Wednesday | Open 24 hours |
| Thursday | Open 24 hours |
| Friday | Open 24 hours |
| Saturday | Open 24 hours |
| Sunday | Open 24 hours |
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