New York State Park · Suffolk County
One of the most stunning views of Long Island Sound, with Connecticut in the distance across the water. Three bridges cross Sunken Meadow Creek, and the varied topography sustains a wide mix of flora and fauna.
Pavilions and meeting rooms you can reserve for groups and events.
Sunken Meadow is open every day year-round, sunrise to sunset.
Bicycling Around Park:
Permitted all year from sunrise to sunset
Hours as published by NY State Parks. Check the official page before a long drive.
East Beach, Field 3:
May 23rd - June 26th; swimming available 10 am to 6 pm Daily
June 27th - September 7th; swimming hours will be 10 am - 7 pm Daily
September 8th - September 20th; swimming hours will be 10 am - 6 pm Weekends Only
Main Beach, Field 1:
May 23rd - June 26th; swimming hours will be 10 am - 6 pm daily
June 27th - August 9th; swimming hours will be 10 am - 7 pm weekdays; 9 am to 8 pm Sat/Sun & Holidays
August 10th - September 7th; swimming hours will be 10 am - 7 pm weekdays; 10 am - 7 pm Sat/Sun & Holidays
September 8th - September 20th; swimming hours will be 10 am - 6 pm daily
Golf:
The golf courses are open year-round, weather permitting. The golf courses are closed on Christmas day and New Year's day. First tee off is at Sunrise during the operating season, and at 8 AM from November 24th, 2026 to March 17, 2027
Driving Range is open year-round, weather permitting.
Electric Cart Rental are available year-round, weather permitting. (Cart rentals available through the Pro Shop)
Pull Cart Rental are available year-round. (Pull cart rentals available through the Pro Shop)
Bicycling on Boardwalk:
1/1 - 5/1/26 Permitted all day.
5/2 - 9/20/26 Permitted weekdays only from 6 am - 9 am (no bicycling on Boardwalk during weekends & Holidays)
9/21 - 12/31/26 Permitted all day.
Fishing:
Hiking: Available all year from sunrise to sunset on nature trails, 3/4 mile boardwalk and Greenbelt Trail.
Picnicking: Available year-round, sunrise to sunset.
Windsurfing, Kayak & Canoe Launching: Available year-round from Sunrise to Sunset in Field 3 only.
Schedules for pools, museums, campgrounds, tours and other facilities inside the park, as published by NY State Parks — not the park's own opening hours.
Phone631-269-4333
AddressRte. 25A and Sunken Meadow Parkway, Kings Park, NY 11754
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