This is actually my first time visiting a beach in ny it was such a refreshing experience I…read morecouldn't have picked a better day the weather was perfectly breezy, making it ideal for a peaceful walk along the shoreWhat really stood out to me was how calm and uncrowded it felt. Coming from LA, where beaches are almost always packed this was such a nice change of scenery. The relaxed atmosphere made it easy to just slow down and enjoy my walk .I also loved seeing so many people biking along the boardwalk it definitely inspired me to bring my bike next time it was a simple but memorable experience, and I'm already looking forward to going back.

My beach experience yesterday was absolutely awful. I've always loved coming here for years in the…read moreSummer and will surely never return again. A random mother begged my wife and I to shade her children as she left the beach temporarily to purchase an umbrella since the rental company ran out. She never returned, she left her children at our umbrella for the entire day. The beach patrol, including SPO Benitez, did not care at all when I notified them. But they did care about giving citations to anyone on the beach, without warning, for having a hard seltzer/ice tea to make money. Go to Robert Moses instead, this beach has stooped very low.

What's up, Merrick Mountain?! Former dump turned into a beautiful light hike by the water. Take in…read morethe scenery, the trails and the goat poo, while enjoying a little bit of suburban park reclamation! If you go up and down the long way, you can get a nice 3.5 miles in on this baby with some hills. Throw in a weighted vest, and you're getting yourself a solid light workout. There are already so many reviews, so just some notes: 1) Make your way around the current dump (also a Nassau County gem, seriously) and drive slowly. 2) Parking is tricky at certain times of the day and on weekends. Make sure to come before 9:30 on beautiful days, or else you'll be parking far, far away. More steps, If you really want them I guess. 3) Wear your sunscreen! Skin cancer is no joke, and it's pretty bright up top with not a lot of coverage if you walk around to the lake. 4) Beware...No lights in the bathroom and really not the best place to use the loo. There however is a shopping center close by... 5) Look out of all sorts of critters from birds to bugs.. including ticks.

Get there before noon on a warm Weekend but it was a great…read morewalk filled with beautiful nature close to home right in merrick. We even saw a goat herd part of the parks natural clean up staff,

My kids love the pool which is outdoors and has several different levels. Good enough to keep us…read morecool!

I came here with some friends on a hot summer day. I wish the playground had a bit more shade,…read moreparticularly on the swings. Nonetheless, the playground has some good offerings. It's nice that there are different equipment areas targeted for different ages, and they are far enough apart that the young kids won't feel too deprived. There's a big grassy, field area, and there is a bunch of seating under some shade once you're done with the playground.

- A Waterfront Treasure in Port Washington…read more Bar Beach Park is one of those rare spots that truly has something for everyone. Whether you're here for a peaceful walk along the promenade, a family picnic, or an active afternoon of basketball, kayaking, or fishing, this park delivers. The grounds are spotless, the playgrounds are a hit with the kids, and there's plenty of shaded seating to take in the beautiful harbor views. I love how easy it is to get around--lots of parking, clean restrooms, and great accessibility for strollers and wheelchairs. Sunsets here are pure magic, with the sky melting into gold over Hempstead Harbor. You'll find friendly locals, a relaxed vibe, and all the space you need to unwind. This isn't just a park--it's a little slice of Long Island paradise. Bring your friends, bring your family... and don't forget your camera!

A very small local beach on The Sound. I recently attended a healing sound bath and am glad I was…read moreable to experience it on this quiet and pleasant beach. I was there after peak hours, but the beach seemed clean and peaceful. Although I don't think I'd recommend going into the water, it's a nice place to relax and walk, or even to clear your mind and perhaps meditate.

If you're just discovering the fact there are spectacular beaches in NY then congratulations,…read moreyou're in for a treat here at Jones Beach! Field 6 is iconic. While the boardwalk is great for exploring, the real magic happens on the sand. Just laying down, watching the clouds, feeling the breeze and hearing the seagulls, time just slows down at the beach. Jones Beach is actually rather massive! So no matter what field you go to, you're in for a beautiful time. In my opinion, the best time to go is now in the second half of September. You get great weather, without it being scorchingly hot, much less crowds than peak summer, and of course, gorgeous sunsets.

This is probably my favorite field out of all of them at Jones Beach for a few reasons:…read more -Shortest walk to the beach out of all of them -Least crowded (which is still crowded, but because this field isn't accessible via public transportation the way field 4 is it's not as packed) -Cheaper than Tobay if you're not a resident, which would be my pick if price were no object. There are bathrooms with showers situated right at the start of this beach, along with a concession stand selling staple beach eats like chicken fingers and fries, along with some alcoholic drinks and a higher than retail but still not insanely high prices. Folks are generally well behaved here, lifeguards are attentive and the beach is decently clean. If you're new to Jones Beach, this field is a good place to start and will make you feel pretty welcome. Get here early, especially if you're coming on the weekend, because this place fills up!

This lake is pretty awesome with $8 parking. There is plenty of space to grill and benches to sit…read more There is also a playground for the kids to enjoy. There is a huge lake where people do swim in even tho you are advised not to. I like to soak my feet in since the water is pretty warm during the summer.

Shay a random day there last singer we had a girl scout party at their carousel house! It was…read moreperfect. They leave you be but there if you need help. They had a very large commercial sized fridge/ freezing for your food. All tables were out but if you needed more they were very accessible. We paid in full in advance, we chose to pay for everyone's parking which we paid for at the end. Very easy. The girls loved riding the carousel a million times! Only draw back it's there is no AC abs barely breathable fans. Very hot. Would do it again :)