Prosser Pines
Middle Island, New York
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40°52'7.7"N 72°56'4.8"W Maps | Directions |
| State: | New York |
Cross Country Ski
Prosser Pines County Nature Preserve is one of the most impressive places on Long Island to experience an evergreen “forest cathedral.” Majestic white pines tower over you in hushed silence. Their sweet scent permeates the air. Many people experience a sense of reverence. A strong breeze creates an even more enchanted feeling, with the mysterious murmuring of the wind through millions of pine needles. Not surprisingly, this preserve is a popular place for outdoor weddings.
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- Plan Ahead and Prepare
- Travel & camp on durable surfaces
- Dispose of waste properly
- Leave what you find
- Minimize campfire impacts
- Respect wildlife
- Be considerate of other visitors
Directions
From Middle Island, New York
- Head south on Yaphank Middle Island Rd toward Middle Country Rd (1.1 mi)
Take the Long Island Expressway (Route 495) to exit 67 North. Head north on Route 21 (called Yaphank Road, then Main Street in Yaphank, then Yaphank-Middle Island Road). About 2.9 miles from the Expressway, you pass the entrance to Cathedral Pines County Park on your left and then Longwood Road on your right. Continue a half-mile further on Route 21 and turn right into Prosser Pines Preserve parking lot.
