Discover Long Island Hike: Quogue Wildlife Refuge

Long Island has some wonderful trails that are easy peasy. Let's discover some of them.

For this Meetup, let’s get outside and take a leisurely exploratory hike at Quoque Wildlife Refuge reachable on Long Island Railroad to Westhampton then short uber over.

NOTE: I haven't been to this place, hence "exploratory". Come with an open mind for adventure and flexibility for whatever the day might bring.

About the Refuge: Located on the East End of Long Island, the Quogue Wildlife Refuge is a 305-acre non-profit nature preserve that was founded in 1934 and is home to diverse wildlife. The Refuge also features over seven miles of walkable trails to explore diverse habitats including forests and ponds, as well as the ecologically rare Dwarf Pines in the Pine Barrens. Try out the 8.2-mile point-to-point Southampton Bay to Bay Trail in Hampton Bays, the perfect hike for long-distance travelers interested in local bird and mammal species. The red hiking markers will lead you south from the trail head through woodland to its end in Pine Neck Sanctuary which faces the Shinnecock Bay. In addition, the Charles Banks Belt Nature Center offers spectacular views of Old Ice Pond as well as a variety of wildlife exhibits, live animals, a nature library, and gift shop.

Read more about the Refuge ---------> HERE

GETTING THERE: The closest LIRR train station to the Refuge is Westhampton station, followed by a 6-minute Uber share ride.

• IF YOU ARE TAKING LIRR FROM PENN STATION: LIRR train leaves at 10:03AM, transfer at Jamaica Station at 10:29AM, and arrive in Westhampton at 12PM.
• IF YOU ARE TAKING LIRR FROM JAMAICA STATION IN QUEENS: LIRR train leaves at 10:29AM and arrives in Westhampton at 12PM.
• For other LIRR stations, go -------> HERE

Once we arrive at Westhampton station by 12PM, we'll share a 6-minute Uber ride to the Refuge.

DRIVERS: You can meet us at the Quogue Wildlife Refuge located at 3 Old Country Rd, Quogue, NY 11959

Driving directions can be found ---------> HERE

PACE: We'll explore the Refuge at a LEISURELY pace

WHAT TO BRING AND WEAR:

• Dress for the weather.
• Wear comfortable walking shoes.
• Bring lunch and snacks and beverage for yourself.
• Bring sunscreen, bug spray, head cover
• Bring sense of adventure and a positive attitude. A smile also goes a long way. Please leave the drama and crankiness at home.

WEATHER: Rain cancels!

LIABILITY WAIVER: come prepared. Participate at your own risks. Hold no one liable, etc. etc.