The Best Places On Long Island To See The Eclipse

Suffolk Co. Executive Ed Romaine is hoping Long Islanders get the best possible viewing of today’s solar eclipse & has released a list of the Suffolk Co. parks that will offer great views!

The following parks will be open free to residents with the following amenities and viewing options:

  • Smith Point County Park, Shirley: Offers unique spot for beachfront eclipse viewing, allowing visitors to watch from either the parking lot or while sitting in the sand along the shore.
  • Gardiner Park, Bayshore: Has a large open field that is perfect for an eclipse picnic.
  • Raynor Park, Lake Ronkonkoma: Offers open space by the soccer fields.
  • Southaven County Park, Yaphank: Has access to a large ball field that is perfect for looking skyward.
  • West Hills County Park, Huntington: Has a viewing field by the picnic areas and dog park.
  • Montauk County Park, Montauk: Allows residents to experience the eclipse from the eastern most point of Suffolk County.

Happy Eclipse Day, everybody!