Holtsville, a hamlet in Suffolk County, Long Island, New York, presents a landscape shaped by both suburban development and preserved natural areas. The region features reclaimed natural spaces, such as the Holtsville Ecology Site, alongside woodlands and wetlands in nearby preserves like Glacier Ridge and Overton. This varied terrain supports numerous outdoor pursuits, including several sports like hiking, road cycling, jogging, touring cycling, and more.
Holtsville offers numerous routes for outdoor enthusiasts across several sports.…
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2.08km
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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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7.08km
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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.
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51.2km
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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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Moderate road ride. Good fitness required. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.

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Easy road ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly well-paved surfaces and easy to ride.
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15.5km
01:19
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Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Easy mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Suitable for all skill levels.
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18.3km
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Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Easy bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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21.2km
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Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Moderate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Easy run. Great for any fitness level. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.
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Holtsville offers a variety of outdoor activities including hiking, road cycling, jogging, touring cycling, and mountain biking. The region features numerous routes with an average rating of 4.75 stars from more than 900 visitors on komoot.
Hiking trails are available at the Harold H. Malkmes Wildlife Education and Ecology Center, which features a 1.2-mile (1.9 km) paved fitness trail. The broader area around Holtsville includes over 56 trails covering 428 miles (689 km) suitable for hiking. More information is available in the Hiking around Holtsville guide.
Holtsville provides 49 cycling routes for road and touring cyclists, with options ranging from easy to hard. Some routes are mostly paved, and nearby preserves like Glacier Ridge Preserve also accommodate biking. Explore options in the Road Cycling Routes around Holtsville and Cycling around Holtsville guides.
Holtsville offers easy hiking options, including the 1.2-mile (1.9 km) paved fitness trail at the Holtsville Ecology Site. Additional beginner-friendly routes can be found in the Easy hikes around Holtsville guide.
The primary natural attraction is the Harold H. Malkmes Wildlife Education and Ecology Center, built on a reclaimed landfill. This site features a wildlife center with animals like buffalo and bobcats, and a fitness trail. Nearby preserves such as Glacier Ridge Preserve and Overton Preserve offer woodlands, wetlands, and meadows.
Holtsville provides dedicated paths and trails suitable for running. The Holtsville Ecology Center has a 1.2-mile (1.9 km) paved fitness trail with exercise stations. Further running options are detailed in the Running Trails around Holtsville guide.
The Holtsville Ecology Site, also known as the Harold H. Malkmes Wildlife Education and Ecology Center, is a facility built on a reclaimed landfill. It features a paved fitness trail, a wildlife center housing various animals, and ecology exhibits. It serves as both a recreational and educational resource.
The Holtsville Ecology Site can be contacted directly by phone at 631-758-9664. For general inquiries related to the Town of Brookhaven, the call center can be reached at 631-451-TOWN (8696).
Holtsville and its surrounding areas offer opportunities for mountain biking. Specific trails and routes suitable for mountain biking can be explored through the MTB Trails around Holtsville guide.
Holtsville is a popular destination on komoot, with more than 900 visitors sharing their experiences. The activities in the area have received an average rating of 4.75 out of 5 stars, indicating high user satisfaction.
Komoot offers several guides for Holtsville, covering various sports and difficulty levels. These include guides for Hiking around Holtsville, Easy hikes around Holtsville, Road Cycling Routes around Holtsville, Running Trails around Holtsville, Cycling around Holtsville, and MTB Trails around Holtsville.

