Prosser Pines County Park Trail

When you are trying to find the furfect nature hike in Middle Island, New York, look no further than Prosser Pines County Park. The Prosser Pines Nature Trail is a 0.7 mile loop trail that keeps you and your fur buddy covered by a canopy of tall, beautiful pine trees. It is like being in a secret pine cathedral according to many who take this trek. 

Start out your adventure at the trailhead by the parking lot in the park on Yaphank Middle Island Road. At the entrance, there are several signs with rules and regulations, as well as a trash can and wooden railing. As soon as you step into the trail, there is a big clearing with two large red benches. This would make a furific place to sit and relax before or after your trek and let your pooch sniff everything. 

This is a short, but gorgeous trail with a lot of things to amaze you right in the middle of the city. Throughout the entire trail, you will be walking on a bed of soft pine needles, which are easy on your feet and Fido’s paws. In a couple of spots, there were makeshift teepees that were created out of fallen tree branches. These amazing creations are about 20 feet tall and sturdy enough for you to walk inside them without worrying about collapse. 

Another spot a bit further in has a gap in the trees where you can see a huge piece of farmland that was big enough to hold dozens of football fields. There are also some areas where wildflowers pop up out of nowhere for a splash of color here and there. Many hikers report seeing a lot of deer in the woods here so have your camera ready to get some good shots. No matter when you take this hike, you will be sure to enjoy your trip on the pawesome Prosser Pines County Park Loop Trail.