The 2000 acres of this Shelter Island reserve, shot through with creeks and marshes, are great for kayaking, birding and hiking (no cycling allowed). Take precautions against ticks, an ever-present problem on the island.
Mashomack Nature Preserve
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Lonely Planet's must-see attractions
27.72 MILES
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