Road Trips from Lysander, NY
You're looking for a quick escape from Lysander, and you've got options. For a short, scenic drive with park access, consider heading toward Apulia or Solvay. If you're up for a longer haul, there are several destinations around 6 to 7 hours away, all with a high drive score and access to significant national memorials. These longer trips feature gently rolling terrain, making them suitable for a day trip or a quick overnight, depending on how much time you have.
Total Routes
9
Shortest
1h
With Parks Nearby
9
Under 2 hours
Weekend trip
8 total in this range
Brookhaven, NY
6h 57m333.7 mi one way
This is a substantial trip at 333.7 miles and 7 hours, but it boasts a drive score of 9. You'll encounter gently rolling terrain and have access to Hamilton Grange National Memorial, General Grant National Memorial, and Fire Island National Seashore, making it a good choice for a longer day trip.
Islip, NY
6h 37m319 mi one way
Clocking in at 319 miles and 6.6 hours, Islip offers a similar drive score to other Long Island destinations but is slightly closer. The terrain is gently rolling. Nearby attractions include Hamilton Grange National Memorial, General Grant National Memorial, and Stonewall National Monument.
Babylon, NY
6h 28m312.7 mi one way
This 312.7-mile drive to Babylon takes about 6.5 hours, featuring mostly highway and a high drive score. The gently rolling terrain is consistent with other Long Island picks. You'll have access to General Grant National Memorial, Hamilton Grange National Memorial, and Stonewall National Monument.
Huntington, NY
6h 23m304.1 mi one way
At 304.1 miles and 6.4 hours, Huntington is one of the closer Long Island options. The drive mixes highway and surface roads with a score of 9. The terrain is gently rolling, and you can visit Hamilton Grange National Memorial, General Grant National Memorial, and Stonewall National Monument.
Washington Heights, NY
5h 31m271.2 mi one way
This 271.2-mile trip to Washington Heights takes 5.5 hours, making it the shortest of the longer haul options. It's mostly highway with a drive score of 9. The gently rolling terrain leads you to Hamilton Grange National Memorial, General Grant National Memorial, and Stonewall National Monument.
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Brookhaven, NY
6h 57m333.7 mi one way
Islip, NY
6h 37m319 mi one way
Babylon, NY
6h 28m312.7 mi one way
Huntington, NY
6h 23m304.1 mi one way
Brookhaven, NY
6h 57m333.7 mi one way
Islip, NY
6h 37m319 mi one way
Huntington, NY
6h 23m304.1 mi one way
White Plains, NY
5h 32m266.2 mi one way
When to Go
Spring
The parks nearby offer opportunities for exploration as the weather warms, with mostly flat or gently rolling terrain.
Summer
Longer drives to coastal areas are feasible, with good drive scores and access to national memorials.
Fall
The gently rolling terrain provides a pleasant backdrop for drives, with multiple national memorials accessible.
Winter
Shorter drives to Apulia or Solvay are ideal, with mostly flat terrain and high drive scores.
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