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Ride Summary:
Flat terrain that twists and turns through out a Long Island Forest.
Trail Description:
While the trail is on the east side of Long Island, about 90 minutes from Manhattan, it is worth the effort to get to. Enter the trail to the left of the information board and follow the yellow signs all the way through. You'll encounter a few hills but for the most part the ride is flat. The 12.5 miles is enough to give you a work out and the constant turning will improve your riding skills.
Serious riders do the ride twice. Try it and if you get tired and want to head back to the car there are a couple of places to do so. The map supplied by the DEC will show you where and they are also clearly marked. In fact, the whole trail is very clearly marked, except for some spots where fire ate up the plastic signs in the summer of 1995.
How to get there:
Take the Long Island Expressway EAST to exit 66 NORTH. Turn left to travel north onto Rt. 21. This may involve a few zig zags, but try to stick with it. Rt. 21 is also called "Middle Island Rd.", and "Yaphank Rd." at certain points, but eventually, it turns to "Rocky Point Road." Stay on Rt. 21 approximately six miles and pass "Whiskey Road." Once you pass Whiskey Road, look on your left for a parking lot full of cars with bike racks. It's a small lot and there may not be a space for you. If not, DO NOT park on Rocky Point Road as your car probably will be towed while you're out kicking up dirt on the trail. Ask one of the regulars where the other lots are, as there are several of them in the area."
If these directions are difficult to understand try calling the NYSDEC at 516-444-0273.
Additional Notes:
You MUST obtain a permit to use this trail, as the land is owned by the NY State DEC and is part of the Pine Barrens Preservation Project. To obtain a free, three-year permit, call 516-444-0273.
| Posted by: Wizard on 12/14/2012 |
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| Posted by: sara3 on 7/18/2012 |
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After the first ride I was hooked. Ill go back any chance I get. Well Maintained. Thanks
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| Posted by: Paul C on 11/7/2011 |
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After the first ride I was hooked. Ill go back any chance I get. Well Maintained. Thanks
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| Posted by: Billy G.O.A.T. on 10/22/2011 |
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Vince, this is dirt world - not mom world. Where is your trail review? The mods should delete your post. If you're upset about not having enough time to ride, stop being so greedy. Live more, work less. I'll be glad to teach you how to live + ride any time you'd like.
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| Posted by: daver on 9/21/2011 |
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Super fun for a cross bike! Suspension not needed.
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| Posted by: SPAR on 3/26/2011 |
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Hey Vince.... dont rag on Bill because you have a lame job and hate it! Maybe you should choose a more exciting career that allows you to ride more or just dont ride at all you negative prick...
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| Posted by: Vince V. on 8/3/2010 |
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Hey Billy
not every one is a partly employed, arrogant
douche, who has eight hours a day to ride and
pretend they have acutully acoplished something.
Most people ride for exercise and fun. The trail
description let's all know what level it is.
If anyone wants a satisfying ride try Billy's Mom. I
did.
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| Posted by: Sauceinatti on 10/5/2009 |
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Hey Johnny, you won't be clearing any of those table tops on a hard tail but you will make it up every hill this place has to offer. Anyway I have two full suspension bikes and I actually ride my downhill Jamis Dakar Bam II here and have no problem climbing the hills. I prefer jumping over speed so this may not be the bike of choice for alot of people. Rocky Point rocks!!!!
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| Posted by: blacknred on 7/28/2009 |
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Rode the trail today and liked it very much. Not congested and well groomed. A little sketchy with the signage. but overall a great ride!
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