Ocean Beach Park in Long Beach
Entrance on streets between Nevada Avenue on west and Maple Boulevard on east
Long Beach, NY
516-431-1021
They charge by the person in Long Beach, but it's worth it. It's $20 per person over the age of 13. Season passes are available. Groups of 10 or more can get deals.
The boardwalk is a cool walk, lined with apartment buildings with jealousy-inducing views of the water.
Long Beach is Nassau County's surfer paradise and there are beach volleyball leagues as well. Bikes and rollerblades are permitted on the boardwalk.
ExploreLI.com Insider Tips
• Get there crazy early on weekends if you expect to park close. If it's after noon, take the first spot you see and hoof it if necessary.
• Don't be afraid to park on the east end and walk a few blocks west to the boardwalk. You'll often find more parking there.
• Gino's Pizza on West Park Ave. Short walk, explosive food.
Indoor pool; playgrounds; fishing pier; free summer concerts every Tue., Thur. and Sat.; swim competitions; beach biathlons (516-431-1810).
Amenities:Public restrooms, boat ramp, marina, pavilion, fishing area, food stands and showers
Lifeguards on duty: 9 a.m.-5 p.m. daily through Sept.1
Beachfront
4 miles on ocean, with 2.2-mile boardwalk
Fees
Resident: Individual (18 and older) $30; family (parents and children 13-17) $50; seniors (62 and older) $15. Non-resident: $80; $100; $30. Child/student (13-17) $20. Physically challenged $15. Beach Pass (10 admissions) $60. Daily admission $10
Information
516-431-1021
Lifeguards
May 24-June 27 weekends only, June 28-Sept. 1 daily; 9 a.m.-6 p.m.
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