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Distance icon Distance 6 KM
Estimated Time icon Estimated Time 2 to 3 hours.
Elevation gain icon Elevation gain 20 foots

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Hempstead Lake State Park is a 737-acre (2.98 km2) state park located in Nassau County, New York in the United States. The park is located in West Hempstead and is one of three state parks within the Town of Hempstead. There is a quick-access entrance at exit 18 from the Southern State Parkway. The park offers picnic tables with pavilions, tennis courts, a playground, playing fields, recreation programs, hiking, biking, a bridle path, fishing, ice fishing, ice skating, cross-country skiing, snowmobiling, and a boat launch. The park contains three ponds for fishing that are stocked with several varieties of fish. Wooded picnic areas provide shade. At one time, its water resources were tapped to supply water to Brooklyn Waterworks. The Southern State Parkway was built over the aqueduct that moved the water to Brooklyn.

Hempstead Lake State Park is a beautiful park located in New York. The park offers a variety of activities for visitors to enjoy, including fishing, hiking, biking, and swimming. There are also several picnic areas and pavilions available for use, as well as a playground and a nature center. The park is home to Hempstead Lake, which offers opportunities for boating and fishing.

Hempstead Lake State Park is a beautiful park located in New York. The park offers a variety of activities for visitors to enjoy, including fishing, hiking, biking, and swimming. There are also several picnic areas and pavilions available for use, as well as a playground and a nature center. The park is home to Hempstead Lake, which offers opportunities for boating and fishing.

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Rate & open hour

Access fee $ 0.00
Schedule
Monday: 7:00 AM – 9:00 PMTuesday: 7:00 AM – 9:00 PMWednesday: 7:00 AM – 9:00 PMThursday: 7:00 AM – 9:00 PMFriday: 7:00 AM – 9:00 PMSaturday: 7:00 AM – 9:00 PMSunday: 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Coordinates
-73.6431062
40.683058

Address

Hempstead Lake State Park
(516) 766-1029
Eagle Ave, West Hempstead, NY 11552, USA
parks.ny.gov/parks/31/details.aspx

Starting Point

The Hempstead Lake State Park is located in New York. To get to the start of the trails, take exit 18 off of the Long Island Expressway and go north on Franklin Avenue. The park entrance will be on the right.

The Hempstead Lake State Park is located in New York. To get to the start of the trails, take exit 18 off of the Long Island Expressway and go north on Franklin Avenue. The park entrance will be on the right.

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FAQ - Frequently asked questions

What is the elevation of Hempstead Lake State Park?
20.00

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What are the opening hours?
Monday: 7:00 AM – 9:00 PMTuesday: 7:00 AM – 9:00 PMWednesday: 7:00 AM – 9:00 PMThursday: 7:00 AM – 9:00 PMFriday: 7:00 AM – 9:00 PMSaturday: 7:00 AM – 9:00 PMSunday: 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM
How long on average?
2 to 3 hours.
Is the place are families friendly?
No
Is there an information center / service center / reception?
No

How long is the walk around Hempstead Lake?

The walk around Hempstead Lake is approximately 3 miles long.

Can you bring dogs to Hempstead Lake State Park?

Yes, dogs are allowed at Hempstead Lake State Park on a leash.

Can you fish at Hempstead Lake park?

Yes, you can fish at Hempstead Lake State Park in Long Island.

How big is Hempstead Lake State Park?

Hempstead Lake State Park covers approximately 737 acres.

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