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.

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!).

Loved this beach! Dog friendly beach, no frills or amenities but clean and peaceful. All dog owners…read morewere respectful and had their animals close by and contained. We had a nice time and Noodle enjoyed her 1st beach day. Parking can be a little rough at certain entry points but overall good experience.

This beach is bare-bones in that there is no restroom or amenities. However, it is lovely and has…read morefree parking with no permit required! While the lot is small, anyone can park here first come first served. No need to have a resident's beach pass or pay by the day. It is comparable in terms of appearance, surf, and sand to Cooper's Beach just down the road. The parking area backs up to the bay and had gorgeous views at sunset. Try coming here in the evening not to sun yourself but to watch the birds and glowing sunset! By then it is much easier to park, too...

Booked a lesson and what a great time we had. My sister-in-law and I are retired and are always…read morelooking for new, fun things to do. This ranks as one of the best things we've done so far. We will definitely do this again. Really good exercise, too.

From the owner: Thanks to everyone that shared their early moments in surfing with us. We are available for…read moredestination private lessons until Memorial Day when we will be back in Quogue.

I booked them for a surprise birthday for my sister and we had a fantastic time! Captain Shari and…read moreher crew were great and so knowledgeable about the area! They played fabulous music and created such a festive environment for us. The boat was really clean too!

Our sunset pontoon cruise was the highlight of our trip. Captain Shari was just fabulous, thank…read moreyou for a wonderful family memory!

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.

If you love The Hills Have Eyes, come stay at Sears Bellow! We had the lovely view of the lake, as…read morewell as a man abusing his mother through out the night while we slept! And you might think "oh they won't be there." Nope, they live here and Suffolk County has received many complaints about them Don't worry- the ambulance only came and took the mom TWO TIMES in our 35 hour stay! We had to leave our fire as the man screamed and berated that she was a nuisance for having issues accessing the bathroom. Don't camp anywhere near site 27! Definitely not a safe and serene experience we were hoping for. Will be contacting the main Suffolk County Parks office tomorrow.

We came to visit in the spring It looks like it might have potential there is a small but dirty…read morebeach and it looks like they have row boats. There is camping however I couldn't find any literature

Rented kayaks here and guy running it was super nice. We did run into some trouble when it started…read moregetting windy on our trip. PRO TIP: Go upwind on the first leg when you're fresh. That way the wind will help you on the way back when you're tired.

Had a wonderful experience kayaking with P & L Watersports. Departed from Indian Island County Park…read morewith 3 2-person kayaks. Had a great guide, who led us to sheltered areas on a windy day. Pointed out many shore birds, fish, and shellfish. He was personable, well-informed, & knew his audience. Dylan, the company owner, was very responsive to our needs. Would highly recommend this company for a very enjoyable few hours on the water.