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. Visiting Facts below come from the linked official pages, checked in October 2026. Anything not listed was not found on an official source. Season and lifeguards: […]
Located on the western end of Dune Road in Westhampton with Atlantic Ocean access. Features camping facilities, saltwater fishing, food concessions, and outer beach access for off-road vehicles with permits.
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.
Popular Southampton Town beach with wide stretches of clean white sand. Features modern facilities, concession stand, and volleyball courts. Less crowded than many Hamptons beaches.
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.
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.
Historic beach and entertainment district with a 3-mile sandy beach, amusement parks including Luna Park, and famous Nathan’s Hot Dogs. Iconic New York destination with vibrant atmosphere.
Four miles of pristine white sand beach with a recently rebuilt 2.2-mile boardwalk. Features designated surfing areas, volleyball courts, and concessions. Close to NYC but requires entrance fee.
New York City’s only legal surfing beach with a revitalized boardwalk, food concessions, and playgrounds. A diverse, vibrant beach accessible via subway. Popular with surfers and city-dwellers.
Exclusive beach in the Hamptons with white sand and pristine conditions. Offers snack bar, restrooms, showers, and lifeguards during summer. Popular with celebrities and wealthy visitors.