Тарджет Рок in Lloyd Harbor

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  Rex D

  :: 26 March 2018 15:36:14

  I wasn't expecting much, as I'd sometimes heard it's just an overlook with a rock. And you could simplify it as that, but it's wealth is in the wildlife you might see here. I ended up spotting two deer, a very nervous Atlantic Brant, a Blue Heron, various mallards, Canadian Geese, and seagulls on a short 1.5 mile hike. If I were to find anything negative about my hike is that this site is somewhat small. It's still enjoyable.

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  Leo F

  :: 19 March 2018 18:40:47

  Nice walk. Usually pretty quiet, but occasionally it is kinda busy--especially when the weather turns nice after a cold or wet stretch. They should allow dogs. They could just put out bags or something. I definitely see people walking dogs. On another note, sometimes there are seals there, so bring your binoculars --often no one notices them! Also don't forget to bring a few bucks for parking. I think it's 4 bucks.

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  Peter Greenberg

  :: 09 March 2018 19:32:11

  Pretty overlook with view over bay and sound, walk along gravel beach, picturesque brackish pond. Well maintained, clean bathrooms with running water.

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  Wendy Mastandrea

  :: 21 February 2018 14:44:45

  Beautiful trails leading to a beach. Trails are hilly at times. Benches can be found, and great water views. Bathroom at parking lot, but needs cleaning in the off season.

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  John Hines

  :: 18 February 2018 11:25:06

  Heavily wooded, with short, relatively flat trails. One trail leads to a small and pristine pond, which appears to communicate with the sound during tidal cycles. A second trail leads to stairs which bring you down to the shoreline. The shoreline is wild and spectacular, with great views of the cliffs and LI sound; ducks and other waterfowl will probably be your only company, especially in the fall and winter. The massive rock jutting out of the water is Target Rock, which got its name from the British using it for target practice during the Revolutionary War. Just off the rocky beach there are tall swaying grasses and stunted pines. Continuing your walk south will take you to a narrow point of land and the ruins of an old lighthouse; it feels like you are completely surrounded by water. As far as wildlife, I've spied deer and some unusual bird species which I don't have enough knowledge to identify. I'm sure there are a lot of other animal "citizens" at Target Rock, which have been too shy to make my acquaintance as of yet. Unfortunately dogs are not permitted😞.