5 Things You Must Do in Smithtown

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Smithtown is in Suffolk County, New York and is situated on the north coast of Long Island. The city takes its name from Richard Smith or Smythe who was exiled from neighboring Southampton and found his home here. The town is famous for its nearby parks and other attractions.

1. H Smith Richardson Golf Course: This is an 18-hole golf course and golfers of all levels can try their hand here. The diversity of doglegs, slopes, and wind speeds make it a challenging golf course for golfers.

2. Caleb Smith State Park: The park covers around 543 acres of undeveloped parkland with ponds, streams, woods and a variety of wildflowers and shrubs. Visitors can enjoy activities like bird watching, hiking and fly fishing on the beautiful Nissequogue River. In the winter months it is possible to go cross country skiing or snowshoeing.

3. Birdcraft Museum: Based in nearby Fairfield, this national historic landmark provides six acres natural history education. A Songbird Sanctuary shelters as many 120 different varieties of birds and is the oldest sanctuary in the United States.

4. Fairfield Historical Society: The history of Fairfield comes alive with exhibits like letters, manuscripts and other historical documents. The museum displays local historical items like paintings, grandfather clocks and rocking chairs.

5. Sunken Meadow State Park: allows visitors to enjoy activities such as golf, horse riding, biking, and watersports at this beach-front park. There are hiking trails, a putting green, driving range and a 9-hole golf course as well as opportunities for winter cross-country skiing.