Harbor Hill

Harbor Hill is a summit on Long Island that rises about 348 feet above the surrounding terrain and is covered with native plants and patches of forest. From the top, views extend across several counties, including the waters around Long Island and sometimes to the distant Manhattan skyline.

This summit served early navigators as a reference point for boats traveling through the waters surrounding Long Island during the growth of New York's coastal settlements. Over time it became a known location that people explored and used for understanding the landscape.

Local visitors come here regularly for walks and to watch wildlife, making it a place where people connect with the land and spend time outdoors together.

The site is accessible by established trails from several starting points, with parking available near the base for visitors. Wear sturdy footwear and be prepared for varying terrain as you explore the paths.

On clear days visitors can see all the way to Manhattan from here, a view that shows just how close Long Island sits to New York City even though this area feels rural. This distant perspective connects the natural surroundings to the far-off city skyline and reveals how two very different landscapes exist side by side.

Location: New York

GPS coordinates: 40.79927,-73.63957

Latest update: December 7, 2025 10:05