New York Beach Destinations

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Fire Island, the Hamptons and Beaches in the Boroughs

Memorial Day is the official kickoff to summer, and summer means it's time to hit the beach! This week, we will feature some popular beach destinations around the U.S. for you to visit when you need a break after a busy week at your internship.

The Hamptons - A Haven for the Refined Traveler (Montauk, Riverhead, Southampton, Easthampton, Sag Harbor)

The Hamptons beaches are among some of the most picturesque the New England Atlantic coastline has to offer. Despite being a popular weekend destination, New Yorkers find tranquility in the pristine and uncrowded beaches, scenic state parks and unique towns ranging from rustic to posh, providing a much-needed escape from the city. Known for its elegant nightlife, award-winning wineries, and breathtaking state parks, the Hamptons is a popular summer destination for the rich and famous.

Montauk

• Camp Hero State Park
• Theodore Roosevelt County Park
• Montauk Point Lighthouse
• Beaches
• Hither Hills State Park
• Aloha Surf School
• Second House Museum
• Shadmoor State Park
• Horseback Riding at Deep Hollow Ranch

Riverhead

• Splish Splash
• Martha Clara Vineyards
• Atlantis Marine World Aquarium
• Long Island National Golf Club
• Roanoke Vineyards
• Channing Daughters Winery
• Out East Family Fun
• Hallockville Museum Farm

Southampton

• Parrish Art Museum
• Southhampton Historical Museum
• Cooper's Beach

Easthampton

• Main Beach and other Beaches
• Natropathica Holistic Spa
• Pollock Krasner House and Study Center

Sag Harbor

• Sagpond Vineyards
• Mashomack Preserve
• Wolffer Estate
• Sag Harbor Whaling and Historical Museum
• Beaches

How do I get there?

The Hamptons are approximately 1-2 hours away from midtown Manhattan depending on where your final destination is. By train from New York Penn Station, the Long Island Rail Road (LIRR) offers stops in many towns: http://web.mta.info/lirr/hamptons/

By bus: the Hampton Jitney and Hamptons Luxury Liner bus services offer many destinations from various locations throughout Manhattan:

• www.hamptonjitney.com
• www.hamptonluxuryliner.com

Fire Island - Fun and Funky!

The wonderfully unique Fire Island is an unspoiled island community without a hint of pretention or class distinction, setting it apart from the Hamptons. Cars are prohibited in most sections of the Island, and generations of beachgoers have found a haven in its untainted beaches and eclectic towns, each full of character.

Things to do:

• Sailing
• Outdoor activities
• Robert Moses State Park
• Smith Point County Park
• The Fire Island Lighthouse

How do I get there?

Approximately 1 hour- 1 ½ hours from midtown Manhattan, Fire Island is accessible only by ferry or private boat although is easily accessible via LIRR from Penn Station New York to the Bay Shore, Sayville and Patchogue station stops. The ferry terminal at Patchogue is within walking distance of the railroad station and the ferries at Bay Shore and Sayville are a short taxi ride away.

• Long Island Rail Road: http://lirr42.mta.info/
• Fire Island Ferry schedules: http://www.fireislandferries.com/schedules/

Beaches in the Boroughs

Prefer not to have to leave New York City? Below are some beach destinations in the five boroughs:

• Manhattan Beach Park, Brooklyn
• Brighton Beach, Brooklyn
  Or for an alternative guide: http://nymag.com/guides/everything/brighton-beach/
• Coney Island Beach, Brooklyn
• Great Kills Park, Staten Island
• Jacob Riis Park, Queens
• South and Midland Beaches, Staten Island
• Orchard Beach and Promenade, The Bronx
• Rockaway Beach and Boardwalk, Queens