Five miles of shoreline with pristine beaches, picnic areas, and the historic Fire Island Lighthouse. Less crowded than Jones Beach with excellent facilities and fishing pier. Designated surfing areas available.
NY Beaches
Hither Hills State Park
Beach and campground on the eastern end of Long Island featuring beautiful “walking dunes” of Napeague Harbor. Popular destination for families with campsites close to the ocean.
Orchard Beach
Known as “The Bronx Riviera,” this 1.1-mile crescent-shaped beach features a hexagonal-block promenade, snack bars, and playgrounds. Created in the 1930s as part of Robert Moses’ park development projects.
Orient Beach State Park
Natural beach on the tip of Long Island’s North Fork with maritime forest, salt marsh, and rare plants. Features kayak rentals, picnic pavilions, and a beach suitable for families with small children.
Sunken Meadow State Park
North Shore beach on Long Island Sound with three miles of shoreline. Calmer waters ideal for families with young children. Features hiking trails along coastal bluffs and through wetlands.
Zach’s Bay Beach
Protected bay beach within Jones Beach State Park offering calmer waters ideal for families with young children. Adjacent to the Northwell Health at Jones Beach Theater and picnic areas.
Cedar Beach
North Shore beach on Long Island with facilities including playground, volleyball courts, and picnic areas. Features a nature center with educational programs and regular entertainment events in summer.
Cooper’s Beach
Consistently ranked among America’s top beaches with pristine white sand and magnificent views of the historic mansions along Meadow Lane. Features concessions, chair/umbrella rentals, and bathhouses.