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Long Island State Managed Lands Requiring Seasonal Access Permits

Rocky Point Natural Resources management Area

This area was once operated by the Radio Corporation of America (RCA) as a global communications center but that function became obsolete with the arrival of earth orbiting communication satellites. Today its almost 6,000 acres of pine-oak forest provide miles of hiking, biking, and equestrian trails as well as seasonal hunting. The 20 mile mountain bike trail is especially popular. From the Long Island Expressway, take Exit 67N (Route 21 - Rocky Point Road). Parking areas are located on Route 25A in Rocky Point, Rocky Point Road (bike trail access only), and Whiskey Road. Links to these maps are in the Related Links section at the right.

Eastport Conservation Area

This property features a nine-mile mountain bike trail through 316 acres of oak-pine woods and open fields. Seasonal hiking and hunting are also available. Trail access is from County Road 51 (Moriches-Riverhead Road) immediately north of County Road 111. A link to the mountain bike trail map is at bottom of page in the "More About" section.

A seasonal access permit is required for all activities on all NYSDEC managed lands on Long Island with the exception of the Ridge Conservation Area. The permit is free and valid for three years. To obtain a seasonal access permit, use the link at right to download the application and mail to: Sporting License Office, NYSDEC - SUNY at Stony Brook, 50 Circle Road, Stony Brook, NY 11790.

In addition to the three-year seasonal access permit, a daily access permit is required for all hunting on Rocky Point and Otis Pike Preserve properties during November and December and for deer hunting on all applicable properties during the special January firearm deer season.

Group permits and special use permits are also available for appropriate activities. It is recommended groups seeking these permits apply for them 30 days prior to a planned activity. To request a group or special use permit, mail a request to: Forestry, NYSDEC- SUNY at Stony Brook, 50 Circle Road, Stony Brook, NY 11790.

For more information, call the DEC Regional Office in Stony Brook at (631) 444-0273.

For 24-hour emergency assistance on NYSDEC or Suffolk County public land, call (631) 854-1423.

Sporting License Office Hours: The Regional One Sporting License Office at Stony Brook is open Monday - Friday from 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. and from 2 p.m. - 4 p.m. Individuals can visit their local Wal-Mart, Sports Authority, Town Clerk's Office as well as many other local sporting goods stores to purchase hunting and fishing licenses. Individuals can also visit the Department of Environmental Conservation Automated Licensing System (DECALS) page. To obtain a DEC Region 1 State Land 3 Year Seasonal Access Permit, please download it using the link to the right. Access permits can also be obtained at the DEC's Stony Brook office between the hours of 9 a.m - 1 p.m. and from 2 p.m. - 4 p.m. only.


More about Long Island Recreational Areas :

  • East Hampton Cooperative Hunting Area - To provide the people of New York with the opportunity to enjoy all the benefits of the wildlife of New York State, now and in the future.
  • Montauk State Park - To provide the people of New York with the opportunity to enjoy all the benefits of the wildlife of New York State, now and in the future.
  • West Tiana - To provide the people of New York with the opportunity to enjoy all the benefits of the wildlife of New York State, now and in the future.
  • Timber Point State Tidal Wetlands - To provide the people of New York with the opportunity to enjoy all the benefits of the wildlife of New York State, now and in the future.
  • Long Beach Bay State Tidal Wetlands - To provide the people of New York with the opportunity to enjoy all the benefits of the wildlife of New York State, now and in the future.
  • Johns Neck State Tidal Wetlands - To provide the people of New York with the opportunity to enjoy all the benefits of the wildlife of New York State, now and in the future.
  • Havens Point State Tidal Wetlands - To provide the people of New York with the opportunity to enjoy all the benefits of the wildlife of New York State, now and in the future.
  • Bellport and Fireplace Neck State Tidal Wetlands - To provide the people of New York with the opportunity to enjoy all the benefits of the wildlife of New York State, now and in the future.
  • Babylon Marsh Tidal Wetlands - To provide the people of New York with the opportunity to enjoy all the benefits of the wildlife of New York State, now and in the future
  • Eastport Mountain Bike Trail Map - To provide the people of New York with the opportunity to enjoy all the benefits of the wildlife of New York State, now and in the future.