Explore on your own or take a guided tour to learn about the area’s rich biodiversity. These protected wetlands are home to ospreys, herons and egrets - perfect for bird watchers or wildlife enthusiasts. Head inland to discover meandering cycling trails and hiking paths, as well as the impressive Mashomack Nature Preserve, which covers almost a quarter of the island. There’s ample opportunity to go swimming, paddle boarding, sailing and wind surfing, too. Just 32 km2 in size, the island is fringed by fantastic beaches, which are ideal for long walks, sandcastle-building or sunbathing. Reputedly less glitzy than the nearby Hamptons, the best places to stay in Shelter Island are brilliant for an active, outdoorsy escape. Accommodation options are wide-ranging, with everything from contemporary B&Bs to boutique seaside hotels fit for an array of tastes and budgets. Set between the North and South Forks of glamorous Long Island, Shelter Island is a wonderfully laid-back destination for an outdoorsy holiday with friends and family or as a couple.
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