Quiet, lesser-known beach on Delaware Bay with recently replenished wide beaches. Features excellent horseshoe crab viewing in spring, fishing opportunities, and natural setting. Limited facilities with primarily residential surroundings.
Beaches for Boating
South Bethany Beach
Quiet residential beach community known as “The Best Little Beach in Delaware.” Features canal system on bay side offering additional water activities and fishing. Clean beaches with seasonal lifeguards and limited commercial development.
Davis Park Beach
Eastern Fire Island community beach accessible by ferry from Patchogue. Features the Casino restaurant and bar complex, marina facilities, and a mix of families and singles.
Fair Harbor Beach
Family-oriented Fire Island community beach with a small downtown area including restaurants and shops. Accessible only by ferry from Bay Shore. Features both ocean and bay access.
Oak Beach
Small, quiet beach community along the Jones Beach Island barrier beach offering a more private setting than larger public beaches. Access primarily limited to residents and their guests.
Kismet Beach
Westernmost community beach on Fire Island offering a quieter experience. Features two popular restaurants and access to both ocean and bay waters. Accessible by ferry from Bay Shore.
Fire Island National Seashore
Protected seashore with 26 miles of undeveloped beaches, dunes, and maritime forests. Car-free communities accessible by ferry. Features the Sunken Forest, a globally rare ecological community.
Tobay Beach
Town of Oyster Bay beach with both ocean and bay access. Features two restaurants, a fully operational marina, and spray park for children. Reserved primarily for town residents and their guests.
Ocean Beach Park
Main beach for the popular Fire Island community of Ocean Beach, accessible only by ferry. Features a small village with restaurants, shops, and family-friendly environment with no cars.
Charlestown Breachway
A channel connecting Ninigret Pond to the Atlantic Ocean with adjacent beach areas. Popular for saltwater fishing, RV camping, and bird watching with access to both pond and ocean waters.