Despite the rainy weather that we've been experiencing so far this summer, this season is typically the perfect time of year for our residents to get outside and enjoy the fresh air. On the days when we aren't suffering through rain and thunderstorms, we're given the opportunity to seize the sunny moments and to get outside for a scenic adventure. You may already be familiar with some of our more popular parks that are home to gorgeous natural wonders, there's one you may not have heard of that will give you an enchanting experience.

Pay a visit to the waterfront town of Stony Brook and you'll see that there's a magical park just waiting to be explored.

What use to be a residential property, the now privately owned nature preserve is set out to maintain and showcase the breathtaking landscapes that make up the park.

Creating a world for you to escape from it all, anyone interested in visiting Avalon Park and Preserve will be glad to know that the park is open every day of the year from dawn until dusk and doesn't charge any entry fees.

A unique piece of New York, the park has different types of scenery for you to explore and see.

From wooded areas where you can go hiking along nature trails to gardens where you can relax, you'll love checking out the mix of landscapes that make up Avalon Park.

Working to create a harmonious space between humans, nature and wildlife, those exploring the park are asked to respect any animals and plants that you may come across while you're here.

Frequently featuring fascinating events, the park has its own Sky Lab set up at the barn equipped with telescopes where they host events for educational purposes and Astronomy lovers in the local area!

But out of everything that you'll find within this mall but mighty outdoor space, the thing that may fascinate you the most can be found hiding near the center of the park.

That's right! Avalon Park has its own Labyrinth, an area where you can also find unique pieces of art and even yarn-bombed trees that tower over you.

An adventure that's perfect for everyone in your family to enjoy, you'll be surprised to learn that something this visually stunning has been hiding right under your nose.

Giving you the best of both worlds, the park has well-maintained trails for you to hike as well as perfect places for you to sit back and read a book amongst such scenic beauty.

So, who's ready for an unforgettable outing?

To find out more about the history of this unique park and how it came to be, you can find out all the information you'll need if you click here.

How to get here: Harbor Road Stony Brook, NY 11790

Would you ever make the trip to see this stunning park? For more enchanting adventures that will steal your breath away, try heading up north because There's A Singing Forest Hiding In New York And It's Absolutely Magical!