Lakes, trails, and bike routes
Massapequa Preserve is a 423-acre wooded nature area in Massapequa with lakes, streams, and interconnected trails for walking, cycling, and fishing; the Nassau-Suffolk Greenbelt Trail runs through it and connects to the Bethpage Bikeway for longer rides.
Free · Outdoor · Quiet-friendly
Multiple entrances and parking areas let you choose which section to explore.
Paved bike routes are available alongside walking trails; families with various fitness levels can select their route length using the trail guide.
Sunset views over the lake are particularly scenic; plan an evening visit if schedules allow.