The access is now free but you need to apply. Dogs must be licensed and spayed/neutered. This is…read morea good thing! It is mostly sand, so not a major puddle problem, but still the dogs do get dirty. The signage is damaged, so it is not well attended. It was closed while K-Mart was being demolished and it still looks closed from the road. Mostly the people clean up after their dogs, and the dogs are reasonably well behaved. Some of the people know each other and plan ahead to meet there. There are some older dogs, but pretty few. I did not find either the people or the dogs unfriendly at all. I also feel safe there because of the controlled gate access. It is a bit secluded there otherwise.

One of the better dog runs on the eastern Long Island...but is admittance is restricted…read more Things it has going for it: - Plenty of parking only a few feet from run - Seating for owners - Has dog drinking fountains - Has separate large & small dog runs - Enough room for dogs to run (4 acres) - Plenty of shade Things it has against it: - No bathrooms for humans near run - Dirt ground cover Top 5 run on Long Island but this run is for Pooch Pass holders only (key fob needed to get into this dog park). $25 annually for Town of Brookhaven residents $45 annually for New York State residents Dog runs/parks I have been to so far: http://www.yelp.com/list/nyc-area-dog-parks-runs-new-york-3

So hard to find a good dog friendly beach. My dog really enjoyed it here. Lots of space to play…read morewith her doggy friends in the sand and water.

If you are leaving this less than three stars I'd have to wonder why other than the fact that maybe…read moreyou want shade in the summer or it to be less breezy in the colder months... but then I'd have to wonder what or why you'd expect something so absurd. I walked the entire ground the other day and found a little glass closer to the water side of the park... that's pretty typical of beaches in general and due mostly to careless people; If it bothers you and your pup, might I suggest doing your part and picking a couple pieces up? This place is a hidden magical gem that I hope stays exactly the way it is.

This dog park in Shirley, Suffolk County, is about 5 minutes from Brookhaven Airport and 8-10…read moreminutes from Smith Point Beach. The entrance is easy to miss--the sign is small and blends into the bushes, so GPS is recommended. There is a grass and sand parking lot with one handicap space. Inside, the park is divided into two fenced areas: one for small dogs and one for large dogs. Each has a double-gated entrance, but the small dog gate is difficult to close and often left open. Some repairs look to have been done by locals with rope, but proper maintenance is needed. Combined, both sections are about the size of a football field. The large dog area has two shade trees, while the small dog area has none. Each section has a few benches. Visitors have left behind toys and bowls, but it's best not to use the water bowls--others have reported kennel cough. It gets very hot here in the summer months. Bringing water in a bowl is recommended. There are only two trash cans, both outside the fenced areas, and waste cleanup is inconsistent. Bring your own bags (though sometimes donated bags are available). The park is surrounded by brush and fields, with possible poison ivy/oak. Mosquitoes can be an issue, but I haven't had any flea or tick problems here. The county mows every couple of weeks, which helps, though the parking lot and walkways are often overgrown. Most of the dogs are medium to large breeds in the big dog section, but a handful of small dogs do come regularly. Overall, the dogs are friendly and the owners are great--I've only come across one or two dogs that weren't a good fit, which is typical for any dog park. Locals visit year-round, even in the snow, and there's usually at least one or two people here no matter the time of day. There is also an old, unused agility ramp in the large dog area. The park is open year-round with no posted hours. I'm rating this dog park three stars. While I enjoy bringing my dog here and I'm grateful it exists (especially since there aren't many dog parks on Long Island), it needs better maintenance and more accessible trash cans. In my opinion, the small dog area is oversized for the number of small dogs that use it, and overall the park doesn't measure up to four- or five-star dog parks I've visited elsewhere. That said, it's still worth a visit--the space is large, the community of dogs and owners is wonderful, and it's the best option nearby.

Love this place! Dogs are friendly, the people are very nice. Field is huge and all fenced in.read more

Nice dog park with fresh water, seats, friendly dogs and friendly people. My dog had a great time.read more

Dirty, debris on the ground.....you think they could have sodded or grown a damn lawn! I live 2…read moreblocks away but won't bring my dog there Much better off going to Patchogue Park....Smithtown is also very nice....

I can't review the entire complex, but I am A Baileys Dog Park user. I have been coming every day…read morefor the past year, and I can't say enough about the socialization that occurs between large and small dogs. We have a small starting at 8 lbs and a large at 95 lbs. They all play together with the toys. Running back and forth. There is almost no aggression because the owners are on top of any sign of it. Our regular group comes at about 10 AM, and the owners are friendly. Go to Baileys Dog Park on Facebook for lots of pictures. The town has some great restaurants and near Hammonassett State Park

Great park either a small dog and large dog side. There are plenty of benches and shady spots for…read morethe humans and the dogs. There are also a couple of agility structures which the dogs have fun with in between playing. It is a wood chip environment with plenty of bowls for water, but bring your own water there are no fountains. The owners are attentive and make sure their dogs are playing nicely. Plenty of parking. A great dog park.

Was driving through and looked for a dog park. For some reason this park didn't show up on Google,…read morebut while we were driving to the one in Northford, we passed this one and stopped. Such a great spot! It is woodchips, not grass. Shaded and sunny areas, friendly people and puppies! Plentiful supply of tennis balls which was great. Water as well, with jugs to fill and bowls available. Plenty of benches (beware the dogs like to mark them of course) and plenty of space for the dogs to run, play and explore. Everyone seemed to be attentive to their dogs which you don't always see. Great park!!

The mosr amazing dog park ever! A double gated entrance to this off leash park for well behaved…read moredoggies. Huge open area, grass covered with benches here and there. Poop bags and and a watering bottle hang on the park sign. Trails east, west, and north lead to the river, perfect for a swim and cooling off. Human friendly with more pet free trails at the back of the park. Great spot!

This is a beautiful place where your dog can run and play in the woods. open area, and water. It…read moreis a beautiful park and I would recommend it to anyone

If you see the big, red dog, you've reached The Southampton Dog Park which is generously situated…read moreon an acre of land with three different sections for small, medium and large dogs. Since there is more dirt than grass, be prepared for dirty and potentially wet feet. On the quiet day we visited, a sitter for six dogs sat on one of the benches, paying more attention to the phone than the various sized dogs. An owner kept his dog on the leash while in the park, usually not a recommended habit. Grateful the town offers a dog park, but not too sure about the care and rules of the park.

Overall a great addition to the village. My family's dog loves to play with his friends in the…read moresmall or gentle dog sections. However, there have been some incidents in the rowdy section to the point where the dog park is becoming infamous among locals. Yesterday my boyfriend and I were walking our dog from my parents house to the dog park, and stopped by a local business. The business owner came out and warned us against going to the dog park, saying he wouldn't bring his own dog there and that "if you see a pit bull, run". I've also heard from others about a different problematic large dog (and it's owner), where the dog is very aggressive and violent towards other dogs and humans. If you are concerned, perhaps stay in the gentle dog section and don't go into the rowdy section!

I take a quick 20 minute drive to the dog park with my fur babies, Gucci and Prada! They absolutely…read morelove it here because the park is spacious, with one section for small dogs (which is where they hang out) and another for the big pups. It's always so nice to see how clean the park is, as I've noticed fellow dog owners doing a great job of cleaning up after their pets. There's a real sense of community, and I appreciate that they provide dog bags for everyone! I wish I had a picture of them having fun at this lovely park, but I've attached an adorable photo of my two sweethearts instead!

The residents of Stratford are so blessed to have such a wonderful spacious dog park. It's well…read moremaintained with fresh wood chips annually. The park has the perfect combination of sun and shade. There are plenty of benches scattered throughout the park on both the large and small dog sides. I absolutely love bringing my dog Shadow here. She and I have made many friends here.

Great off-season visit. We pretty much had the place to ourselves on a chilly mid-March weekday …read more Beautiful beach views, lots of woodsy trails (most still too muddy at that moment to check out...) a cute playground, and lots of picnic spots. We didn't check out the camping area, but I'm sure it's super busy during the summer months. Took a long walk on the beach, and loved the rocky LI Sound shoreline and the gorgeous views of the hills in the distance. First time here, I'd be happy to come back again, off season or after hours; I bet the sunsets are AMAZING!!!

Picnic site: I wouldn't recommend it if you're traveling far to come here…read more Camping site: 100% recommend to get away from your busy everyday life! Just make sure to pack your sprays for protection against bugs (ticks). Forget about firewood. You're not allowed to bring your own. You make your reservation through a link on NYS parks. You pack up your car, truck, trailer & you make your way out there! Don't forget your grill! They have sites available for tents and another section for trailers so you can cook up for water and electricity. Oh, and they have cottages you can reserve but they're booked in blocks of 7 days. What I love about wildwood state park is that it's very clean and they have great staff and the park rangers. They are very helpful and nice. They made checking in very easy. They'll give you a pass for the car and make sure it's on your dashboard so you don't end up with a ticket. The restrooms are super clean and they have shower stalls in side. They're always cleaning. I can hear them SCRUBBING the shower stalls as I use the toilet. Of course, keep in mind that during the "rush", it isn't as clean but they come and clean it. It's open 24/7. There are sinks outside of the restroom and some people use it to wash their dishes. I wish they'd clean up after their food scraps but humans are humans. Once you set up your camp, you can leave for the beach. Or you can go out to check out the local farms or shops if you're willing to drive out. It's nice. You should especially if you have little ones with you. If you don't want little creatures and critters all over your food, make sure you pack it away once you're done eating and throw out the garbage. They have dumpsters stationed through the camping grounds along with bins where you can dump your hot coals. I'm not taking chances with raccoons or squirrels so I dump my garbage at the end of the day. Wildwood state park also has a nice camp store. The gentlemen who work there are very nice so please don't be rude to them. (Someone was screaming at the poor man over chicken tenders/fingers). They sell ice cream, bags of ice, food, coffee, firewood, and fire pits for rental. Happy camping!