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Hoyt Farm Nature Preserve

📍 Commack, NY

★4.6(738 Google reviews)💰FreeđŸ‘ļAll ages

A Smithtown residents-only nature preserve combining a highly rated playground, farm animals, nature trails, zip line, summer spray park, and extensive picnic areas across well-maintained grounds.

✓ Zip line✓ Farm animals✓ New playground✓ Smithtown residents✓ Spray park✓ Excellent picnics
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★★★★★Featured review by Veronica Brown

This park is a hidden gym compared to the parks i go to in surrounding areas...the kids played for over 4hours without interruption and the spray park was closed and we didn't go to the farm..the zip line is the main attraction, I gave it a shot and im 54...lol...oh let's not forget to mention that park can be used to entertain huge functions and barbecues, massive seating area...very clean...they take good care of that park

🏆 Family Action Verdict

Smithtown resident families with children of any age have one of the best free outdoor destinations on Long Island here. The zip line is the headline attraction — adults included — and kids can run between the playground, farm, and trails for hours without exhausting the options.

â„šī¸ What to Know Before You Go

💡Bring apples or produce to feed the farm animals
⏰Verify Smithtown residency eligibility before making the trip
đŸŽŸī¸Plan for a multi-hour visit — the playground, zip line, farm, and trails fill a full morning easily
🚗The spray park is a summer-only feature — check seasonal availability

đŸ’Ŧ What Families Are Saying

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4.6
★★★★★

738 Google reviews

Outstanding playground and zip line40%
Well-maintained and clean grounds30%
Farm animals and nature trails20%
Smithtown residents only access10%
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Veronica Brown

6 months ago

★★★★★

“This park is a hidden gym compared to the parks i go to in surrounding areas...the kids played for over 4hours without interruption and the spray park was closed and we didn't go to the farm..the zip line is the main attraction, I gave it a shot and im 54...lol...oh let's not forget to mention that park can be used to entertain huge functions and barbecues, massive seating area...very clean...they take good care of that park”

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P. Kahn

2 years ago

★★★★★

“Really nice park with lots to offer for kids and family. We went in fall so things at the farm were slow, but it was fun for the kids to see the animals and walk on the nature trail. The new playground is fantastic as is the picnic area that was recently rebuilt. check it out!!”

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Donna Mongelli

9 months ago

★★★★★

“Absolutely great shady place for kids and family. Picnic and cool off this hot summer ! Bring apples to feed animals. Note: Only for Smithtown Residents.”

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Anne Panzica

7 months ago

★★★★★

“Beautiful park. Tuff rock trail. Lots of picnic space, outdoor water park area, swings for the kids. Small thumb area, very well kept clean”

Reviews from Google

Overview

Hoyt Farm Nature Preserve offers a rare combination of playground equipment, zip line, farm animals, nature trails, summer spray park, and picnic areas with barbecue facilities across a shaded, well-maintained property. The playground is newly rebuilt and draws praise from visitors across all age groups. Access is restricted to Smithtown residents, with free entry and parking for those who qualify.

🕐 Opening Hours

Monday09:00 – 18:00
Tuesday09:00 – 18:00
Wednesday09:00 – 18:00
Thursday09:00 – 18:00
Friday09:00 – 18:00
Saturday09:00 – 18:00
Sunday09:00 – 18:00

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