Just got a bike rack, where is a good place to take the family? (Huntington: beach, horseback)

[heuerfan]

Just got a bike rack and would like to take my wife and kids (12 & 9) biking. Don't want to travel to far, but anywhere within an hour from New Hyde Park.

Looking for nice scenic and flat terrain, thanks for your comments!

[TomMoser]

Caumsett State Park in Huntington is a popular destination for bikers.

[nuts2uiam]

Bethpage State Park, Jones Beach State Park and Trail View State Park. Nice Bike paths.

[1174Sixer]

+1 for Caumsett. There's a nice paved loop, which is nice and easy, plus a lot of horseback riding trails to explore if you're feeling adventurous. And I think post-Memorial Day the parking fee is reduced on certain days.

[deeken]

+2 for Caumsett. The weather is still warm and I might take the family up there sometime next weekend before it gets too cold.

[ChalkItUp]

Well that depends if you want to bring the family back home.

[heuerfan]

Thanks everyone, how difficult are the trails at Caumsett Park, my wife and kids aren't very aggressive bikers.

[1174Sixer]

Originally Posted by heuerfan

Thanks everyone, how difficult are the trails at Caumsett Park, my wife and kids aren't very aggressive bikers.

The paved loop is a little hilly, but really easy - lots of kids ride it, even some with training wheels.

The horseback riding trails vary - some can have steep slopes leading down to the water which makes for a fun ride one way, but not so much heading back. Others are relatively flat. There's definitely a good amount to explore there.

[ovi8]

^ yup it's a bit hilly if you do the loop, but halfway around there's a descending path down toward the beach area too... it makes for a good day and it's just enough for a family to do round-trip.

We also do the Massapequa Park Preserve trail. Bethpage has one that goes along Bethpage Parkway too. All paved and easy to do.

[hotkarl]

Long Beach boardwalk?