RV rental Sunken Meadow State Park, NY: Motorhome rentals, camper van rentals and more

Sunken Meadow State Park borders three miles of sandy beaches. Across Long Island Sound, CT is visible. The water is relatively calm, with small waves. As a result, accessing the open water of the Sound is easier than the Atlantic side of the island. Many people enjoy sailing, windsurfing, canoeing, and kayaking on the sound. Beach-goers engage in games of volleyball, frisbee, and horseshoe toss, and on a hot summer day, suntanning or swimming. A boardwalk runs parallel to the beach, stretching for almost a mile. The beach is a popular reason for heading to Sunken Meadow State Park. But it makes up only a small fraction of the park. There are over 1,200 acres to explore. Six miles of trails wind and weave over sand dunes and through deep woods consisting of tall hardwoods. Hikers should keep an eye out; horses are permitted on the trails. Trail etiquette indicates hikers should yield to horseback riders. The terrain is often described as challenging due to steep hills. This park is also popular for trail-running and cross-country running, and one hill on the route is nicknamed “Cardiac Hill.” It’s considered one of the most challenging courses in the United States. When you are looking for more hiking fun, the Long Island Greenbelt Trail runs around 31 miles. This trail connects Sunken Meadow State Park to Heckscher State Park. Along the way, there are several offshoot trails that meander into other state and city parks. In contrast with many other day-use parks, Sunken Meadow State Parks remains open to visitors overnight, provided that they obtain a star-gazing permit. This allows people to enjoy the night views. The reflections of the Connecticut towns’ lights sparkle on the surface, competing with the night sky’s stars.