Location: Oakdale
Top Things to do in Oakdale
- 1. Bayard Cutting Arboretum
- 2. Long Island Maritime Museum
- 3. Connetquot River State Park Preserve
- 4. The Noel S. Ruiz Theatre at CM Performing Arts Center
- 5. Fire Island National Seashore
- 6. The Escape Room Game Long Island
- 7. Bethpage Ballpark
- 8. Heckscher State Park
- 9. Sayville Falls Mini Golf
- 10. Holtsville Ecology Site
The 10 Best Things to Do in Oakdale, United States
Oakdale is a hamlet (and census-designated place) in Suffolk County, New York, United States. The population was 7,974 at the 2010 census. Oakdale is in the Town of Islip.
Restaurants in Oakdale
1. Bayard Cutting Arboretum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 113 reviews
Reviewed By tweedybird26 - Floral Park, New York
The grounds are lovely and the home is wonderful. Tours are limited to Thursday through Sunday at 1pm and have a $12 charge. There is an attractive cafe also. We enjoyed walking around looking at the well maintained grounds and several weddings in progress.
2. Long Island Maritime Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 53 reviews
The Long Island Maritime Museum has a large collection of small craft which have either been built or used around Long Island. Our collection includes many different sailboats built by the legendary Gil Smith at his boatyard in Patchogue. We also have a brand new Lifesaving Exhibit, which is an interactive program. Activities for schoolchildren include winter and spring break programs, as well as summer camps.
Reviewed By kerrynowick - Northport, New York
I purchased tickets to sail the Priscilla. It was a wonderful , pleasant, and informative experience. The sail around the Great South Bay was as beautiful as one would imagine. Enhancing its beauty was the kind and knowledgeable staff members who helped to walk us back in historic time to incite our imagination to the era that Priscilla originally sailed. Very great experience!
3. Connetquot River State Park Preserve
Overall Ratings
4 based on 52 reviews
Reviewed By Clubess1 - Lido Beach, New York
Came here for a good, albeit chilly 2 hour trail walk on a cold, November day with one of my out-of town sisters, The leaves had a good bit of color on them still, the trails are well-maintained, but very poorly marked. Nearly everyone we passed had a hard time finding the trails correctly. We did not get lost, just did a lot of wandering, but it was all enjoyable. Consider using the audible cell phone walking tour to help you get around and learn great tidbits about what you are seeing trailside. The ponds are beautiful.
4. The Noel S. Ruiz Theatre at CM Performing Arts Center
Overall Ratings
5 based on 8 reviews
The Noel S. Ruiz Theatre at CM Performing Arts Center, a not-for-profit organization is “home” to people from all walks of life who work collaboratively to produce quality theatrical productions. Guided by the values of excellence, diversity and community, we seek to make a positive contribution to arts-education, culture and the quality of life on Long Island. Our handicap accessible theatre comfortably seats 330, including a VIP section of raised banquet seats. The Box Office opens 45 minutes prior to a performance for that scheduled performance ticket sales. Subscriptions and Group rates available! Set and Costume rentals available!
Reviewed By thetraveler002 - Freeport, L.I., NY
Made reservations 2 weeks prior to attending and were lucky to get center seating (just cancelled). The day that we attended, the theatre seemed to be full. What a performance! Have seen stage show of Sister Act years before and of course the renowned Movie version. This was excellent. Couldn't have been better on Broadway. The actors/singers were professional and the stage effects perfect. Have been to this theatre a number of times and its only getting better. It beats travelling to Manhattan theaters and paying exorbitant ticket prices.
5. Fire Island National Seashore
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 165 reviews
Reviewed By Felicia B - Fort Pierce, Florida
There is a lot of history, nature and fun to be had at the national seashore. Whatever you come for, plan the day around your visit. Walk, sunbathe or just enjoy!
6. The Escape Room Game Long Island
Overall Ratings
5 based on 230 reviews
Do you have what it takes to Escape the Room in 60 minutes?!
Reviewed By abcd1234964 - Lindenhurst, New York
Our family of four just escaped the Hidden Temple Room! What a fantastic time we had. The room was challenging, but not impossible. Our GameMaster Brandon was helpful and enthusiastic. He really made our day special. Also, Zach was super friendly when booking. Can't wait to go back and try another room. Thanks guys!
7. Bethpage Ballpark
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 39 reviews
Reviewed By VaBelle35 - Manassas, VA
When I checked into my room at the Residence Inn, I saw a ballpark outside the window. I looked it up online and saw that it was a professional (not MLB) baseball team ballpark and they were playing a playoff game that night. I love baseball and frequent our local MLB and AA team stadiums at home, so this was right up my alley.
Parking is across the street, but I could have (and should have) walked from my hotel. It is well lit, lots of people and 2 people at the cross street to the park who can answer questions.
Inside the park was very nice. Typical of minor league ball parks. The entertainment between innings was not as diverse as those at MLB minor league parks, but was still fun (just a t-shirt toss).
This was a playoff game an it was packed with families. As a solo person, I was able to get the seat right behind home plate, which was fun.
Definitely a great place to visit. I highly recommend it.
8. Heckscher State Park
Overall Ratings
4 based on 62 reviews
Reviewed By Fldsetter - East Hampton, New York
This use to be the Gem of the south shore , they have slowly abandoned this State park . As of this moment the pool is slated to be demolished one of the main reasons folks went here - 2nd the camping area has not been open since they shut it down some 6-8 years ago ? The beaches are Disgusting with sand that looks like it came from a rock quarry ! And yes folks they trucked this garbage in for your enjoyment . As of late something has been missing ,As if the above was not enough reason not to spend 8.00 to go there . The deer population seems have disappeared ??? This is suppose to be the home of the white tail Deer ? I have not seen one in my last 4 visits there to do my weekly check on the migrating osprey . Well there you have it . Unless you are looking for a rocky beach in the great South Bay or looking not to swim in a demolished pool or maybe you would like to camp out in a park which closed its camping area over 5 years ago , or maybe it's the non existent deer population your after . I really would like to know how the deer in the thousands just vanished ?????? Go any where but here !
9. Sayville Falls Mini Golf
Overall Ratings
4 based on 10 reviews
Reviewed By wwwkenorg - NYC, NY
No windmills or gaudy themes here - this is strictly a very challenging miniature golf course, beautifully landscaped, with some picturesque water features. Younger ones (under 10) may have some difficulty with the increasingly difficult holes, unless they are already mini-pros.
Most of the holes are bordered by rocks, water features, and landscaping, and it can be relatively easy to overshoot the green and lose your ball.
I can't stress enough how well maintained and CLEAN this place is. The water features are beautiful and crystal clear (and yes, there are plenty of fish).
There is also a snack area with very limited snacks.
I do suggest they make a holder to put the hole-marker flags while playing through.
Give this place a try. You shouldn't be disappointed.
PROS:
- Creative & challenging course
- Reasonably priced
- Ample free parking
- Very clean & well maintained
- Large air-conditioned restrooms
CONS:
- No shade (other than a small cave) on the course
- Course can be difficult to navigate (especially for the elderly or physically disabled)
- A little too challenging for children (and some of us adults)
10. Holtsville Ecology Site
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 111 reviews
Reviewed By Felicia B - Fort Pierce, Florida
Come to learn or enjoy the scenery or both. This is great for kids and older folks who just want to walk in a safe, natural setting.
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