Discover Cove Neck
2 carefully curated photography spots with GPS coordinates, shooting tips, and local insights
Sagamore Hill National Historic Site
Photograph the clapboard summer home and broad porch framed by oaks, the 0.7‑mi loop through oak-tulip forest to the salt marsh and dock on Cold Spring Harbor, plus seasonal birdlife and serene beach sunsets. Best light is golden hour at the harbor and soft morning light for the house; weekdays and early mornings mean fewer visitors. Reserve guided house tours in advance, check NPS rules for interior photography, park on-site (visitor center). Trails are short and mostly accessible; bring insect
Eel Creek
Short wooded trail leading to a tucked sandy beach on a tidal creek behind Sagamore Hill — great for intimate waterscapes, marsh reflections, and shoreline details. Best at golden hour or low tide for exposed mudflats and long reflections; winter gives stark, minimal scenes. Trail is narrow and can be crowded with dog walkers; park nearby at Sagamore Hill/municipal spots and plan for a short uphill return. No entry fee, bring bug spray and waterproof shoes.