150 Bay Pkwy., Wantagh; 516-809-8222, jonesbeachenc.org Scenes of the Jones Beach West End trail walk, a stretch that can be explored on a fall day. Credit: Jim Merritt Total distance: 2 miles.

Orient Point County Park 41425 NY-25, Orient A hiker walks the Orient Point County Park hiking trail during a visit to the park on Oct. 29. Credit: James Escher ...