West Hills County Park

Sweet Hollow Rd, Melville, NY 11747, USA

Address:	Sweet Hollow Rd, Melville, NY 11747, USA
Phone:	+1 631-854-4423
Site:	suffolkcountyny.gov
Rating:	4.4

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Reviews 24

Claire Fellini

I was expecting more. This is a really small hiking trail, leading around the highest point on Long Island. But dont get excited, its the highest in terms of above sea level. Its not a high point in relation to whats around it. That can be a visual let down. Theres basically a rock and - as others have noted - a huge water tower for a view. But its much better maintained and marked than nearby Muttontown Preserve and this seems to be part of an (official? unofficial?) greenway linking a bunch of parks from midway in the island to the north shore. For that, way to go Suffolk County. Good on ya. And there are a few benches and picnic tables. We came in from the back way so we wouldnt have to pay for parking (were cheapos) and it was a decent way to spend a few hours on a weekend afternoon.

Salvatore Aiosa

easy to get to. many diverse trails. they have picnicking, horseback riding,a dog park and a small childrens playground. you can hike on either side of sweet hollow rd. the side opposite the main entrance will lead you too mount misery and all its spooky history. i have had my own encounters. the opposite side leads you to jaynes hill ( 401 ft above sea level) once considered the highest point on the island. there is also some nice scenic views. walt whitman wrote about this area in his poems. i spend alot of my free time here. i think you will enjoy it

Christopher Bates

Dog Park Visited recently to check out the Dog Park for my Pitty - area is huge - ridiculously huge - be sure to bring your own bags to clean up after your friend - could use more seating and watering spots but overall a nice park... Be sure to have your dog on anti-flea & tick though - and check yourself thoroughly before you leave and when you get home - the surrounding area is dense foliage and trees and at high risk for these as well as mosquitoes... Be great if they had restrooms and fresh water for humans...

Sammy Jones

Wish I could recommend this park but unfortunately I cant for now. The wooded hiking is not large to begin with, but recently they put a fence going through the wooded area, making half of it unable to access, so you have to turn around halfway through and go back to your car. They said this was because of "illegal dumping" and they wont take the fence down for over a year.

Mike Mohlenhoff

Almost two acre fenced in area. Plenty of bench seating in sun or shade. Running water for dogs to drink. Always other dogs there to play with. Lots of parking. Hiking trails adjacent to dog run if you want to go off road.

Aaron Abdis

This park has many many wonderful hiking trails and is great for an afternoon getaway from lifes noise and bustle. Also has a nice picnic area, playground, and a large dog run area.

Jill Giudici

Nice trails, very steep in some areas-great workout. Im always looking for trails that I can push a sport stroller through and these trails arent suitable for that.

Jason Medina

I like whats been done to make the trails more appealing. I am also glad there is a parking lot available. The trails are clean and wide.

M Schipper

One of the most beautiful parks, period. Acres of field and forest, all dog friendly. One of long island greatest assets.

John Carillo

Dog park and hiking trails, just wish the trails were marked. Visit historic Jaynes Hill where Walt Whitman once stood.

Helen Carillo

It is a beautiful park and a great place to take a long walk with your dog, but beware of the ticks.

Adrian Czmielewski

Great place thats not too far from the 5 boroughs to get away and hike. Also very dog friendly

Steve Pampinella

Trails need better markings, especially trying to find Janes Hill, Long Islands highest point