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Village of Island Park

Veterans Memorial Park – Long Beach Boardwalk loop from Island Park

Routes
Bike touring routes & trails
United States
New York
Nassau County
Village of Island Park

Veterans Memorial Park – Long Beach Boardwalk loop from Island Park

Easy

5.0

(6260)

15,892

riders

Veterans Memorial Park – Long Beach Boardwalk loop from Island Park

01:36

22.2km

20m

Cycling

Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 28, 2026

Tips

Cycling is not permitted along parts of this route

After 4.82 km for 140 m

After 8.65 km for 164 m

After 9.69 km for 64 m

After 17.3 km for 51 m

Waypoints

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Start point

Train Station

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1

6.65 km

Veterans Memorial Park

Highlight • Rest Area

Small park where you can catch a view of the water at Reynolds Channel — most of the north shore of Long Beach Barrier Island is lined with homes/private property.

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2

9.76 km

Atlantic Beach Boardwalk

Highlight (Segment) • Structure

Boardwalk with lovely ocean views and a marked "bike lane," but the old wood doesn't make for the smoothest riding experience. Still, tolerable for a stretch of beachfront riding.

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3

10.9 km

Atlantic Beach

Highlight • Beach

The beachfront bike path connecting Rockaway Beach to Long Beach is amazing. Some areas will be populated with beach goers, while other areas will be deserted. The actual Long Beach …

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4

17.3 km

Long Beach Boardwalk

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

Long Beach Boardwalk is a wide, pedestrian-friendly path perfect for a run, relaxing bike ride or walk along the ocean. Stretching for over 2 miles, it offers fresh sea air, …

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22.2 km

End point

Train Station

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

11.0 km

6.47 km

3.38 km

724 m

241 m

217 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

10.3 km

6.73 km

4.78 km

175 m

< 100 m

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Sunday 5 July

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63 %

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Description

If you're looking for an easy, scenic touring cycling route that delivers coastal charm without breaking a sweat, the Veterans Memorial Park – Long Beach Boardwalk loop from Island Park is definitely one to consider. This easy 13.8-mile (22.2 km) ride, with a minimal 57 feet (17 metres) of elevation gain, takes about 1 hour and 35 minutes, making it perfect for a relaxed outing for cyclists of all fitness levels.

What to expect on Veterans Memorial Park – Long Beach Boardwalk loop from Island Park

Expect a diverse journey on mostly paved surfaces, starting with the pleasant urban park setting of Veterans Memorial Park, which offers "awesome" views. The highlight for many is the Long Beach Boardwalk, a wide, pedestrian-friendly path with dedicated bike lanes, where you'll enjoy continuous ocean views and fresh sea air. You'll also encounter sections like the Shoreline Pedestrian Bikepath, a concrete trail running along the beach, and potentially river trails further inland, passing points like Willow Pond. With minimal elevation changes throughout, this route is genuinely easy and suits anyone looking for a comfortable, scenic ride.

Planning your visit

This accessible route is suitable for all skill levels and requires no specific fitness level. The Long Beach Boardwalk is known for its festive atmosphere and is lit at night, making it enjoyable at various times of day. Veterans Memorial Park and its proximity to other local amenities provide potential stopping points for food or drinks. Parking is available near the start point in Island Park, and public transport options to the area are also available.

Trail details

  • Distance: 13.8 miles (22.2 km)
  • Elevation gain: 57 feet (17 metres)
  • Difficulty: easy
  • Estimated time: 1 hours and 35 minutes

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