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Sweetbriar Park
4.8 ★★★★★ 315 Google reviews · Running trail in Smithtown, New York · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Not reported
- Distance
- Not reported
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Sweetbriar Park'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.
Nature center housing rescued animals and injured wildlife in varied habitats, plus butterfly gardens.
What runners say about Sweetbriar Park
“I almost don't want to write this review because it's such a well kept secret.”
Pretty cool. Definitely fun for kids. They have benches along the trails to sit so you can rest if need be. Also at different points they have QR Codes that when you scan it asks you a question of your surroundings or gives a fact of the area you're in. The trails are short but sweet and maintained.
If you appreciate nature then this park is a must for kids and adults alike! The trail is so peaceful with animals who are super friendly. Thank you to the amazing volunteers who service this non profit park 🙏
Was a really nice family walk with our 2 yo son. We saw birds and deers plenty of places to look how beautiful is the nature. We'll be back soon!!
Sweet Briar Park & NATURE PRESERVE! NON PROFIT organization that is a Great learning and just fun experience for kids and adults! They have trails as well, with Interesting things along the way. What they do for the Injured wildlife is beyond amazing! You guys have huge hearts!
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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.
- DogsWelcome, per reviewers. Leash rules vary by park — the trailhead sign is the authority.
- Websitesweetbriarnc.org
- Phone(631) 979-6344
- Social Instagram · Facebook
Hours
| Monday | 9:30 AM–4:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 9:30 AM–4:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 9:30 AM–4:30 PM |
| Thursday | 9:30 AM–4:30 PM |
| Friday | 9:30 AM–4:30 PM |
| Saturday | 9:30 AM–4:30 PM |
| Sunday | 9:30 AM–4:30 PM |
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