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Bayard Cutting Arboretum State Park

440 Montauk Highway
Great River, NY 11739

631-581-1002

In late 1936 as she was contemplating the transfer of what was then called "Westbrook" to the Long Island State Park Commission, Olivia James wrote of the two purposes she and her mother envisioned for what is today, Bayard Cutting Arboretum, named for her father William Bayard Cutting.

These purposes are:

(1) That Westbrook shall be an oasis of beauty and of quiet, and that it shall be a source of pleasure, rest and refreshment to those who delight in outdoor beauty.

(2) That it shall serve to bring about a greater appreciation and understanding, on the part of both the general public and of those professionally concerned with landscape design of the value and importance of informal planting, and shall thus be an influence in preserving the amenities of our native landscape."

Amenities and Activities

Our parks and historic sites have countless amenities and activities to make your visit fun and enjoyable. Accessible indicates that, to the extent practicable, this facility or activity meets the Americans with Disabilities Act accessibility standards. It is strongly recommended that you contact the facility in advance for a full description of what you can expect.

  • Educational Services
  • Empire Passport Accepted
  • Food (Accessible)
  • Gardens
  • Gift Shop
  • Guided Tours
  • Historic House
  • Interpretive Signs
  • Nature Trails (Accessible)
  • Recreation Programs (Accessible)

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