Here are some options if you want to stay nearby Heckscher State Park for your training:
CAMPING:
The campsites are only open Memorial Day to Labor Day! There are campsites for rent in the park suitable for tents or small campers. They are walking distance to our parking field (Parking Field #7). There is a bike/walking path linking them as well. The campground is $18 a night, but there is no electricity at the sites. There are water fountains every 2 sites and each site has a picnic table and charcoal grill. There are bathrooms with showers. There is a dump station with water if anyone comes in a trailer or RV. It’s nicely kept and shaded. Note for RV’s: The sites are grass and there is no electric! There is an 11-foot high bridge entering the park. Campground Details – HECKSCHER STATE PARK, NY – New York State Parks
CABINS:
There are cabins for rent in the park as well. They are walking distance to our parking field (Parking Field #7). There is a bike/walking path linking them as well. The cabins range from $225 to $320 a night, and range in size from 1 bedroom to 2 bedrooms with loft. They sleep from 2 to 8 people. Cabin Details – HECKSCHER STATE PARK, NY – New York State Parks
HOTEL:
The closest hotel is the Marriott. It’s 5.5 miles from the park (about a 10 minute drive). Courtyard By Marriott Long Island Islip/Courthouse Complex | Marriott Bonvoy