Outdoor Activities Guide for Families on Long Island

Families can enjoy the great outdoors on Long Island all year round, with outdoor adventures and activities from hiking to drive-in movies, camping to swimming.

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Cherry blossoms usher in the spring season at the 200-acre Old Westbury Gardens. Photo courtesy of Old Westbury Gardens
Where To See Cherry Blossoms and Cherry Blossom Festivals on Long Island
Enjoy a pedal-boat birthday party at Belmont Lake State Park. Photo courtesy of Belmont Lake State Park
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Join the Whale Watching Cruise with Event Cruises NYC, to witness whales breaching the surface of the water just outside city limits.
Whale Watching near NYC: Catch a Cruise to See Whales, Dolphins, and More Marine Animals
Visit with the piggies at Suffolk County Farm and Education Center. Photo courtesy of the center
Best Nature Centers on Long Island for Families to Explore
Photo courtesy of Town of Babylon Parks and Recreation.
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Bug Light, near Greenport, is one of only a few offshore lighthouses on Long Island to allow visitors. Photo courtesy of the East End Seaport Museum
Stunning Lighthouses on Long Island Worth Visiting With Kids

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Pack some paper and pencils in your backpack for a nature scavenger hunt. Photo by Melissa Hillier/Flickr
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There's something for everyone, even teens, at Apex in Marlboro! Photo courtesy of Apex
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Explore fun activities around Boston for families with teens!
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Christmas tree farms near Boston provide a magical holiday moment for families.
Best Christmas Tree Farms Near Boston
Cut your own at Christmas tree farms near Boston in 2024!
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Explore all the fun your family can have when you squeeze in a visit to Flume Gorge in New Hampshire with Kids! Photo by Lisa Warden
Visiting Flume Gorge in New Hampshire with Kids - Tips for Hiking Flume Gorge
Find family fun hiking Flume Gorge in the White Mountains of NH!
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Get the kids in the car (and on your shoulders) for the best apple picking near Boston! Photo courtesy of Connors Farm
Apple Picking Near Boston: Best Apple Orchards for Apple Picking with Kids
Find the best places for apple picking (and more) near Boston!
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Get out and play in Boston while the summertime's still in bloom. Rec Fest photo courtesy of Boston Parks and Recreation
30 Things To Do in Boston Before School Starts: Summer Bucket List
Make the most of summer with these fun family activities before school starts!
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Ride, splash, and have gallons of fun at the best outdoor water parks in New England! Splash Away Bay Water Park photo courtesy of Quassy Amusement Park
Best Outdoor Water Parks in New England for Family Fun
Cool off with slides, wave pools, and more at these New England water parks.
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