Town of Hempstead beach featuring surfing areas, fishing piers, and recreational facilities. Located close to Long Beach with boardwalk, food concessions, and activities for all ages.
Lido Beach
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Kismet Beach
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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.
Smith Point County Park
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Suffolk County’s largest ocean beach featuring the TWA Flight 800 International Memorial. Offers camping, outer beach access for 4x4s, and prime fishing locations. Home to Fire Island National Seashore Wilderness area.
South Beach
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Part of Staten Island’s FDR Boardwalk featuring a 2.5-mile boardwalk, fitness areas, and calm waters. Less crowded than other NYC beaches with views of the Verrazzano Bridge.
Gin Beach
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Quieter alternative to Montauk’s main beaches, located at the entrance to Montauk Harbor. Protected from ocean waves, making it ideal for families. Known for beautiful sunsets and surfcasting.
Cedar Beach
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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.
Zach’s Bay Beach
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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.
Tobay Beach
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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.
Sunken Meadow State Park
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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.
Orient Beach State Park
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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.