Raw and elemental is what this beach is, just an expanse of sand and dunes and grass and many shorebirds. It's magical if you like to be far from the maddening crowd, and can handle being far from a working toilet too. As you head further out, the beach has, thankfully, less garbage than by Fort Tilden, though you might find, as we did, when you stroll along the shore an occasional dead blowfish, jellyfish, a horseshoe crab. The music you hear will be surf, gently rolling in or hammering at the shore and the occasional screeches of birds. A top site for birding, this beach didn't disappoint and we didn't even visit at peak migrating times. Just be careful if you walk further up along the sands and watch for signs that tell you not to disturb the nesting areas. Nature's ecosystem is more fragile than you think. The beach is a trek from Fort Tilden. You do need a permit if you have a car as the rangers here do check. If you don't have a car, be prepared to hike, and hike, and hike from Fort Tilden. It's a shorter walk if you take the trails from Fort Tilden and might seem endless if you walk along the shore. For all those of you who post on your profile that you love beach walks, well, Breezy Point will offer you the chance to prove your words! read more

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As a self professed beach lover and comber, I've scoured many locations for what I would consider a befitting location. Not overcrowded, clean and somewhat family oriented. A buddy of mine has had a house on Breezy Point for years, its been with his family for about three generations. From Grandpa, the ole salty dog, too his parents, everyone within his family and amongst his friends -- everyone seemed so happy and light of heart. Beach living can do that for a person. Changes in latitudes, changes in attitudes. We fished off the docks, we swam in tbe water at sunlight, played music, danced and sang after the clam bakes at moonlight. Cracked a brew or two in the process. The strip of stores have minimal offerings, but with all the peaceful and easy feelings to swim within on land, the necessities can wait. read more

This secluded beach is only accessible by car, making it feel relatively untouched and 100s miles away from the hustle and bustle of the city. Breezy Point beach club is also pretty cool, feeling like something out of the 1950s. For a fee of $20 pp per day, you have access to the pool, private beach, restaurant, and bar. $50 gets u a cabana with kitchen and shower. Although it's a bit dated, if u have a car, it's a cool random spot to spend and afternoon. Decent fishing can be had down by the rock jetty, and I've heard that there is also a decent surf break there, but bc its soooo out of the way, there wasn't anyone there the day we checked it out. read more

Breezy Point Tip - View west toward the jetty and sandy hook nj - Parks Near Me - Queens, New York

This is a private area so be aware before you go. I didn't know, as this is part of the National gateway park so it's still a bit confusing. https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gateway_National_Recreation_Area Most of the area is owned by the breezy point cooperative. As you approach you will see a gatehouse where those going to the cooperative must check in, and those going through pass on the left. I had no indication that it was private at this point. I drive on to the fisherman's entrance, I canister this is 222nd street, and parked. I had a lovely walk, going all the way to the point and back. Later, as I was checking out an old military tower, I was approached by a resident. He seemed nice enough but I quickly realised that he was trying to determine whether I belonged there. He mentioned more than once that the entire area was private and that the only way people can get access is by knowing someone who lives there. Later I read reviews that you are allowed to go to the park if you first get a free day pass from the ranger station at riis park, or hike from Fort Tilden. So know before you go! read more

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We wanted to visit breezy point just for a walk since we heard it is a beautiful beach. But at the entrance to the village, we got stop by someone who told us that we can't access breezy point since we do not have a permit. Now I wonder, why do I need a permit to walk bug the ocean? I understand if you want to go fishing or hunting, but just a walk by the water is also something you need to pay for these days? Very disappointing, and people should know it. read more

And for my 400th review- The Breezy Point Tip One of the few places within the city limits that transports you to somewhere else. Very cliche, yes, but while rounding the coastal grass laden penninsula, gazing over past Russian fisherman, its hard to think otherwise. While looking Southward, there are no signs of the city save for very few, and interesting, pieces of flotsam. The Tip is where the the Raritan and Jamaica Bays shed their negative connotations and regain their intrinsic beauty. There are lots of birds here and even more surprising, SUVs driven down to the water's edge- Cali style. Now, I know you think you are cool because- 1.you have been to the Rockaways once 2. You think Fort Tilden is really cool and unique 3. Have a friend who has been in the exclusively strange Irish-Riviera enclave bearing the parks name But go park in the little sand parking lot on Beach 227th, walk through the dunes to the NW shore and take the hour and a half around the beach, onto the strange boulder rockway, past the stripped bass fisherman and their SUV's sitting on stock rims in the surf, to the weird walkways that are semi enclosed with some sort of bird protection element into the village and back to the car. Thats the really cool thing to do, and then blog/tweet about it. read more

Sort of like going to Fort Tilden, but without the military ruins, toilets, trash, bus service, and crowds. The widest, quietest, cleanest, most isolated beach in New York City. read more

I love this place, isolated and private not to mention incredibly clean. I can't even tell you how lucky i was to be here. read more

Breezy Point Tip - Parks Near Me - Queens, New York

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I had the most disturbing experience here this past weekend. Looking for a safe and socially distanced Sunday day-trip, we took our chances and drove out to Breezy Point. Irish-born, we had heard there was a strong history of Irish immigrants in the town so were curious to see what that felt like. Approaching the town, the road is lined on each side with American flags...well, ok I guess, it is America (I'll leave the 'red flag' pun here). Reaching Breezy Point, we could see a booth in the middle of the road flanked by barriers on each side, one for visitors and one for residents. I needed to get to a bathroom so badly that I was a little distracted and drove in via the residents side. I quickly parked however and, saying that I would park properly, asked the lady in the booth where I could first quickly use a bathroom. I've lived in the US for 14 years so my Irish accent isn't very strong, however the lady in the booth seemed to struggle with understanding me and made it very clear that my accent was irritating her. I was taken aback. But I persisted, trying to separate my words slowly. She realized she was being intolerant and softened, shouting over to her husband Eddie (who was standing next to my car, looking seriously aggrieved that I had parked there) to let me in to the clubhouse to use the bathroom. He did. When I came out I was very relieved, thanking Eddie profusely, then joyfully pointed at all the shamrocks I now noticed around the clubhouse, saying, 'lots of Irish here then?'. He grunted something inaudible back. I then asked where I could park so that we could walk around, see the beach, etc. He said very angrily 'you can't park anywhere'. After much to'ing and fro'ing, I eventually said 'so we're not welcome?'. His response? 'Exactly'. If this gross couple are the frontline representing Breezy Point, don't visit, don't consider buying, avoid at all costs and hope that when America returns to be the great country it once was, it will leave behind this kind of toxic rot and decay. Not a proud moment for the Irish diaspora. read more

First off, my rating is for what I remember of Breezy. I haven't been down to the Point in over 20 years, although I still have family that lives there. My mother's parents and sister had houses there and we would visit 3 or four times a year. Madi Gras was the best. The whole community got involved. 4th of July on the bay was great too. It was truly a childrens paradise. No cars to worry about. Any where you were was walking distance to the beach. There was always something to do. God Bless everyone that went through those tragedies last year and came out the other side. read more

I love it out here and great for fishing. Sort of a magical slice of quiet in the City. Takes some trekking to get out to the tip!

i grew up in breezy point a/k/a boozey point - great beach - was fun gowing up there - no cars - was a playground for kids and dogs - sad to know their situation these days - our house on essex walk was purchased by my grandfather in 1929 - was in the family until 1967 or so - then my dad moved to a winterized home on marshall avenue - good luck to all of you in breezy point read more