Are Fire Island beaches public?

Are Fire Island beaches public?

Few Fire Island communities have public facilities for swimming, since most beach users are staying in private homes or other accommodations. Smith Point County Park and Robert Moses State Park on Fire Island offer lifeguarded beaches and are accessible by car.

What is the best beach in Fire Island?

The Best 10 Beaches in Fire Island, NY

• Atlantique Beach. 7.7 mi. Beaches.
• Fire Island VIP. 3.9 mi. Boat Charters, Beach Equipment Rentals, Paddleboarding.
• Fire Island National Sea Shore. 3.8 mi.
• Corey Beach. 3.4 mi.
• Robert Moses State Park. 14.5 mi.
• Smith Point Beach. 8.8 mi.
• Sunken Forest. 5.2 mi.
• Sayville Beach & Marina. 3.2 mi.

Where is the beach on Fire Island?

Atlantique Beach is located right next to the Fire Island community of Atlantique. The beach takes up an 875 foot wide strip between the bay and the ocean and is situated between Atlantique and Lonelyville communities.

Can you swim in Fire Island?

The entire 32-mile stretch of the Fire Island Atlantic Coast is a beach, and visitors are free to swim anywhere as long as the beach is open (sections are closed periodically for bird and turtle nesting).

Is Fire Island Expensive?

There is no admission charge to the area, which is reached by ferry boat. GETTING THERE — The ferry service is the most popular approach, and the biggest company, Fire Island Ferries (516‐665‐5045), serves five communities — Ocean Beach, Kismet, Fair Harbor, Dunewood and Saltaire from its slip in Bay Shore.

Why Do They Call It Fire Island?

Fire Island Beach appeared on charts in the 1850s, and folklore suggests the name arose from land-based pirates, or “wreckers,” who built beach fires at night to lure cargo ships onto shore. Some say poison ivy gave Fire Island its name, either for its red leaves in autumn or its fiery itch.

Is Fire Island in the Hamptons?

Fire Island may be just a half-hour by ferry from Long Island – but it’s oceans away from the Hamptons in spirit. The island’s no-cars rule guarantees a laid-back vibe, traffic-free silence and, best of all, no fear of a publicist’s wayward SUV. Each of the island’s 15 communities offers something for everyone.

Is Fire Island part of the Hamptons?

The wonderfully unique Fire Island is an unspoiled island community without a hint of pretention or class distinction, setting it apart from the Hamptons.

Are Fire Island beaches private?

While towns located within Fire Island National Seashore can keep non-residents from their streets, the beaches are part of the National Seashore and open to everyone. The beaches flanking the private communities are most appealing to residents and their guests. None are accessible by vehicle.

What is the best part of Fire Island?

Ocean Beach is the island’s most populous village and is home to its biggest downtown, making it the unofficial capital of Fire Island that’s also among the area’s most popular destinations for visitors.

Can you drive onto Fire Island?

The simple answer is yes, you can drive onto Fire Island. The better option is to drive to a Long Island port, hop on a ferry and travel to Fire Island on foot. You can drive from Long Island onto Fire Island over bridges at either end to the Robert Moses State Park and Smith Point County Park.