Does New York have a beach?

The city boasts 14 miles of beaches, the majority of which are easily accessible by public transportation, and we've organized these urban oases by borough for our handy guide to NYC sand.

Are there swimming beaches in New York?

New York City is surrounded by water and has a number of official bathing beaches that are easy to get to. The white sand beaches of the Hamptons, spread along Long Island, are the best place to get away for New Yorkers. There are plenty of places to jump in the Hudson River and its tributaries (under safe local conditions).

How many beaches does New York City have?

14 miles
New York City has 14 miles of beaches, from beauties in the Bronx, to the historic sands of Brooklyn, to surfing in Queens.

What is the best beach in New York?

12 Top-Rated Beaches in New York City and Nearby

1. Coney Island Beach, Brooklyn. Coney Island Beach.
2. Brighton Beach. Brighton Beach.
3. Jones Beach State Park, Long Island. Jones Beach.
4. Long Beach, Long Island.
5. Cooper's Beach, Southampton.
6. Main Beach, East Hampton.
7. Robert Moses State Park, Fire Island.
8. Orchard Beach, Pelham Bay Park.

What is the newest beach in New York City?

The city's newest beach is a converted bungalow colony by the sea. Smaller and somewhat quieter than its neighbors Midland Beach and South Beach, this charming beach is popular…

Where are the white sand beaches in New York?

Photo of the white sand beaches that line the southern shore of Long Beach Barrier Island, New York. Long Beach is truly a gem: the white sand is soft, the beach is clean, the water is refreshing, there are great waves for surfing and parking is free!

Is New York Beach open to the public?

All our beaches are free and open to the public. Sign up for Notify NYC, visit the NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene's New York City Area Beaches page for water quality advisories or closures before you hit the beach, or text BEACH to 877-877 to receive opening, closing and closure in real time. information on water quality.

What is the most famous beach in Staten Island?

Staten Island's most famous beach is Franklin D. Roosevelt Beach, which has a boardwalk that stretches for 2.5 miles. Lesser known is Great Kills Park, which means the beaches here are less crowded and more private.