Beautiful beach. The wooden structures could use a bit of maintenance. At least you can get in…read morewith an inexpensive beach pass.

Going to the beach in this part of the Hamptons is steep if you're not a resident, but if you had…read moreto pick a beach to blow $40 on this one would be my pick. It's a smaller and much quieter alternative to neighboring options, but still has everything you could want for the perfect beach day. Bathrooms? Check. Showers? Check. Food and beverage stand with a variety of options? Check. Short walk to the beach? Check. Everyone mostly behaves on this beach, which I appreciate. It's definitely not a "Hamptons party beach" (if you're looking for that vibe, Hot Dog beach would be my pick, where the surfer bros like to hang. It's worth noting that the bathrooms at Tiana don't open until the last week of June, so if you're coming here for the day before then you may have to brave the port-a-potty. Also, if you see a seal on the beach here, leave it alone or face a fine. That said, they're so fun to spot -- promise my seal photos are taken from a far distance with a zoomed in camera.

Excellent experience and all the amenities you need. Have been coming out to Southampton all my…read morelife though had not been to Coopers Beach for years. Now that we have kids, this is the perfect spot and has all you need for an A+ day. Please note you ARE allowed to bring your own chairs and umbrellas, additionally, handicap parking was great with my elderly Mom. Attentive lifeguards and ample bathroom and food availability.

4.5 Stars but rounding up to 5 Stars. Why not a perfect 5…read moreStars? Cooper's Beach is a public beach, not a private beach, but they charge $50 for parking!.....Outrageous!! Cooper's Beach is just BEAUTIFUL! We even saw 2 rainbow when we were there! White sand and hardly any garbage on the beach. They even have a dispenser with suntan lotion! Slather some on and don't get sunburned! They also have a cafeteria, outdoor shower, and restrooms near the parking lot.

The Poke Bowl was really good. Perfect location. I will be sure to order the poke bowl for lunch…read moreagain.

This beach tops it off as a #1 beach to come to . They have a restaurant on there beach a cute…read morebeach hut and lots of tables to sit there to eat with umbrellas . They have a live concert almost everyday the music is great the people are great as well very friendly . The food is a little bit expensive but its worth it . Its a must to come here and go to the beach and then grab something to eat.

I love this beach and I'm happiest when I'm walking here. Wonderful even in the winter!!read more

Along Dune Road is a cozy little spot called Lashley Beach. Like many of the other beaches in Long…read moreIsland, before Memorial Day and after Labor Day you can let your dog come here off leash. My pup had the BEST time ever running around the secluded beach. Not far down the road is Main street in West Hampton which has tons of little cute shops and restaurants. Definitely worth the trip out there if you have a pooch that likes to play in the sand!!

Beautiful beach. The view is great. It's serene. It's less built up than other nearby beaches…read more I'm new to the area and unsure hold how crowded it gets or the level of services offered during peak season. In working on a photo of the entrance to the beach.

Tiana Beach is usually my go-to when it comes to the beaches on Dune Road, but curiosity got the…read morebest of me and I decided to give Hot Dog Beach a try since it's a bit closer. The parking lot for this beach isn't paved, so I had a bit of trouble getting into and out of a spot with my car on the sand. The walk to the beach is also further than Tiana with less amenities. There's no food stand and the bathrooms are very bare bones, though there is a shower. Once on the beach though all was well, there was ample sand and surf to be had and everyone there seemed to be having a great time. I did see two dogs during my time here which made me happy since that's how I hear the beach got it's name (though I've also heard that they no longer allow dogs on the beach during main season so sorry if I'm being a narc...no one was enforcing the no dog policy when I was there though!).

A true 5 star beach. I grew up not far away and almost lived here in the summertime. Lifeguards on…read moreduty from about 9-5:30 from Memorial Day to Labor Day. I've been to east coast beaches, west coast and Hawaii. The only ones that compete are Hawaii, particularly one near barking sands. But overall this is my favorite to return to.

This beach is extremely clean , everyone is friendly , there's a beach hut restaurant on the beach…read morewhich makes the beach #1 to go to . Its a plus to have everything right there for anyone . The waves are perfect you can go our in the water and not get hit and smacked around and rolled over everywhere . The water is gorgeous its clear and you can see your feet when your in the water . You can see lots of fish , there's crabs , seaweed . The salt water isn't strong at all . Seashells there's so many seashells that you can take a bucket and have lots of fun shell shopping . There small to big shells . There is also sea glass which I was surprised . The sea glass there is really cool small and big pieces all different colors . There is changing rooms , bathrooms , and showers . Everything is clean and everyone is polite . I didn't even see any garbage laying around . This is the first beach I've gone to which was actually really clean and people are really nice . The parking fee is only 15$ which is not bad at all then you can park anywhere and just go onto the beach . The sand is perfect its so soft and some shells but its easy to walk on . Its great for anyone family , couples , groups etc . The west Hamptons beach is a must to go to .

One of LI's hidden gems - also happens to be free. Well kept trails and birds of prey you can check…read moreout before talking a nice walk. Trails are very easy to walk, even if you have a stroller with you. Easy beginner hike or leisurely stroll for just about anyone.

4.5 Stars.    I love…read morethe Long Island Pine Barrens Region. So much so, that in Las Vegas, I have had dreams that I was hiking in Sears Burrows County Park. A few forested miles southwest of it, my dream kind of came true when we visited the Quogue Wildlife Refuge. My stepmother, who is familiar with the Refuge encouraged my dad and I to join her there on a nature walk.    The Quogue Wildlife Refuge has been protecting this 305 acre naturescape since 1934. It is a naturescape adorned with pine forests, fields, the rare dwarf pine forest, bogs, swamps, a pond, and pine oak forests.    Contrary to how I envisioned the Refuge, it was not this difficult to find place. Parking was right off Old Country Road. Across from the unpaved parking lot were the attractions that serve as a trailhead to the four color coded trails (please see the map proceeding the review) that range from a 0.8 mile hike on the Green Trail to a 2.5 mile hike on the Blue Trail. Welcoming us was the Outdoor Wildlife Complex where injured wildlife are well taken care of thanks to the kindness of people that care. One of the acts of kindness are the Visitors who donate money at the entrance. This leads to the point that admission is free, yet a donation is the right thing to do. I took some time photographing the animals that included owls, foxes, raccoons, and Giant African Spurred tortoises in the nearby greenhouse. Although these aren't grand habitats that would be found in the Bronx Zoo, I appreciated that the animals had a home. In the shadow of the Outdoor Wildlife Complex and pine trees was the full service restrooms. All the way to the left was the Old Ice Pond.    My Dad, stepmother, and yours truly engaged in a relatively short walk in the southeast corner of the park where a pine oak forest interspersed with fields dominate. My Dad's knees bother him, so we engaged in a shorter hike with breaks on the benches breathing, hearing, and sightseeing the pine barrens. We'd see a deer and birds up on the pine trees. Our ears would also take in the sound of the nearby train. Our experience leads to the point that the seven miles of hiking trails appear to be more relaxing than strenuous.    The Old Ice Pond framed by a mature forest is the picture postcard centerpiece of the landscape. There are hiking trails that overlook it. We took in this picture postcard from a bench and inside the Charles Banks Belt Nature Center, which looks like an inn overlooking the pond. We shared the panoramic spectacular views of the ice pond with several volunteers who were sending out materials that we assumed were promoting the Refuge. Within this building that reminds me of a lodge, is a museum of neat nature related stuff. Some were real like the lizards. The preserved butterflies were really cool. This is a neat place to check out when it os open Tuesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays, and Sundays 11:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M.    Our visit ended with the three of us taking in the springtime scenery of the Old Ice Pond.    I do have a concern that is causing me to leave my rating at 4.5 instead of 5 stars. That has to do with the east preiphery fence. When we walked along the southeast border there was a fence smack dab in the middle of the pine forest. My concern is that this is unprotected land that can fall victim to the bulldozer. If that were to happen, it would ruin the experience on account of a truncated forest causing the Refuge to feel more like a caged in 305 acre yard than a part of a pine forest. I really hope that the other side of the east periphery fence is a protected forest. My concern is merited from seeing a before and after picture inside the Nature Center of rapid sprawl along nearby County Route 104.    On the future, I would love to return to Quogue Wildlife Refuge. Especially in the Fall when the trees change colors over the pond. Until then, I hope to have more dreams about the Pine Barrens.

The surfer's beach, the locals beach, the HBHS beach - call it what you will, Road K has long been…read morea nice respite for those who prefer to avoid the hustle and bustle of Ponquogue. Located just down Dune Rd. from Ponquogue, this beach is far quieter than it's nearby brother. You'll always find the local surf talent here, along with HB residents looking for a quiet afternoon. As much as I love Ponquogue, this beach also holds a special place in my heart, after years of fun summer days spent on its peaceful sands. Most tourists are unaware of this beach's existence, and never drive past Ponquogue, although it's certainly gotten more visitors as the years go by.