East End Insider
Where to Hike on the East End by Kelly Laffey
Can you beat the tranquility of hiking in the Hamptons? Below is a sampling of popular trails. For more, check out southamptontrails.org, ehtps.org or montauktrails.com. Sears Bellows County Park This trail system attracts hikers, horseback riders and bikers. Rowboat rentals and campsites are also available. Freshwater fishing is permitted, too. Bellows Pond Road, Hampton Bays
Cranberry Bog Preserve In the late 1800s and early 1900s, the wetlands of eastern Long Island were harvested as cranberry bogs. At one time Suffolk County was the third-largest producer of cranberries in the U.S. at 390 acres. Take a walk on the trail around Sweezy Pond, where you’ll see remains of a pump house from the days of the cranberry business, sights of Little Peconic River, various plants and wildlife. Riverhead Moriches Road, Riverhead
Emma Rose Elliston Park This bird and wildlife sanctuary on the shore of Big Fresh Pond offers a short hiking trail through native trees and a footbridge over a stream. Parking at Elliston Park is for Southampton Town residents only. If you’re not one, head down the road to the Scott’s Road intersection to park. Enter at Wolf Swamp, another well-marked loop trail connected to more challenging trails. 40 Millstone Brook Road, Southampton
CEDAR POINT COUNTY PARK The 607-acre preserve offers gorgeous views of Gardiner’s Bay, picnic areas, boat rentals, nature trails, surfcasting and camping areas. The Cedar Point Lighthouse, built on an offshore island, was once a guide for whaling ships. The 1938 hurricane transformed the shore, connecting the lighthouse to the mainland. Great for families, the park has a general store and snack bar. Cedar Point Road, Northwest Harbor
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One of the most prestigious equestrian shows in the United States, the The Hampton Classic Horse Show features every level of competitor from Lead Line to Olympic medalist. In 2009, the Hampton Classic became the second horse show ever to receive the status of Heritage Competition by the United States Equestrian Federation. The $250,000 FTI Grand Prix and FEI World Cup Qualifier is part of the Taylor Harris Triple Crown Challenge. You can also take a break from watching jumping competitions to indulge in some luxurious shopping and other activities. On Kids Day (August 31), there will be free pony rides for children under 12, circus acts, face painting, birds of prey from the Wildlife Rescue Center, a petting zoo and more. Throughout the course of the show, food stands will be serving hot dogs, burgers, fries, salads and wraps. Bring your plate into shaded areas where you can enjoy your meal. This year, there will also be a farmers market, with local, homegrown items. And before you leave, be sure to pick up a souvenir poster, designed by painter/equestrian Julie Freund. Entitled “Paseo,” the painting is a close-up of a horse’s legs and hooves as it takes a post-run walk through the arena. The 39th annual Hampton Classic will take place from August 24–31, on the 65-acre showgrounds at 240 Snake Hollow Road in Bridgehampton. For more information, visit hamptonclassic.com or call 631-537-3177.
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