My top 10 beaches in New York have outstanding public areas with tons to do and see. The sand, clear water and beach activities are just the beginning. Besides beaches, you will find other summer things to do and unique land features sometimes known only to the area and NY State.
10. Sylvan Beach, Oneida Lake, NY
http://www.sylvanbeachny.com/
10. Sylvan Beach, Oneida Lake, NY
http://www.sylvanbeachny.com/
Step back to into the future. A retro 1950’s style village complete with kid’s amusement park and family dinners, colorful motels and friendly shops seemingly from America’s golden age. Very reasonable prices (I mean CHEAP). Very popular with bikers, boaters, families, and young people. It’s unique, fun and somewhat undiscovered. If you need basic lodging you'll find it here, but if you want upscale lodging you better book ahead at "The Lodge Hotel" at Turning Stone Casino, 20 minutes down I-90 off the NYS Thurway.
9. Fairhaven Beach State Park, Lake Ontario, Fairhaven, NY
http://nysparks.state.ny.us/parks/info.asp?parkID=34
Golf, camp, and boat this place has everything, a hidden gem. Just Google Earth the location and you will not believe the dunes, water, forests and greenery. Simple comforts like marina, B&B’s and a few shops nearby; but still very secluded.
8. Mirror Lake Beach Public (South side of Mirror Lake)
(Or Private Beach area at Mirror Lake Inn north-side of Mirror Lake),
Mirror Lake surrounded by High Peak Mountains, Lake Placid Village, NY
http://www.mirrorlakeinn.com/
Amazing Adirondack High Peak Mountains encircle this forested lake. This is a postcard setting, simply unreal. When the water is not frozen it is still very cold. Rent canoes and hit lakeside restaurants and taverns. Look at the many area websites of the hotels on Lake Placid and Mirror Lake. They hosted the World Olympics twice for a reason! It is that nice … never a disappointment.
7. Westcott Beach & State Park, Lake Ontario, Hounsfield, NY
http://nysparks.state.ny.us/parks/info.asp?parkID=161
Along the shores that saw naval battles between British and American forces in The War of 1812. Visit Historic Sackets’s Harbor, NY and the Spectacular Thousand Island Regions of New York State. Find Lodging in Watertown, Clayton or Alexandria Bay, NY. Canada is just over the islands and water and worth a visit.
6. Westport Beach & Park, Lake Champlain, Westport, NY
http://www.westportny.com/index.php?page_ID=6
Adirondack Mountain village on Lake Champlain has commanding views overlooking pristine waters and Green Mountains of Vermont. NYC Secret: Accessible by Train (Amtrak) from NYC to Westport / Lake Placid Station. For Train goers it is a hike into the lakeside of town, best to have car rental drop sitiation from Lake Placid, or establish a lift from a friendly B&B keepers around the Westport area.
5. Southwick Beach & State Park, Lake Ontario, Ellisburgh, NY
http://nysparks.state.ny.us/parks/info.asp?parkID=154
Lost in the North Country, discover this natural beach amidst lush forest and Amish county farms. Close to Watertown, NY and other 2 other top 10 New York beaches.
4. Fire Island National Shore Line Beaches, Atlantic Ocean, Long Island, NY
http://www.fireisland.com/destinations.htm
Spectacular massive dune beach system created by storms and sea. Well known.
3. Hither Hills State Beach, Atlantic Ocean, Long Island, Montauk, NY
http://nysparks.state.ny.us/parks/info.asp?parkID=48
Ah, “The – End.” After a beach day, get your fresh yellow fin tuna and lobster at the docks.
2. Orient Beach State Park, Atlantic Ocean, Long Island Point, NY
http://nysparks.state.ny.us/parks/info.asp?parkID=50
A lost “Wilderness Beach”… Hard to believe New York City is at the other end of the island…
Summer traffic to here and other Long Island Beaches can be the worst on plant Earth. You may want to leave on a Wednesday at 3 AM, own a helicopter or be able to go during off season. All the Long Island beaches are worth at least one visit in a lifetime. I always had the good fortune of staying with close friends or family when on L.I. So on lodging your on your own, there is usually plenty, just book well ahead and prepare for expensive.
1. Sandy Island Beach State Park, Lake Ontario, Sandy Pond/Sandy Creek, NY
http://nysparks.state.ny.us/parks/info.asp?parkID=166
9. Fairhaven Beach State Park, Lake Ontario, Fairhaven, NY
http://nysparks.state.ny.us/parks/info.asp?parkID=34
Golf, camp, and boat this place has everything, a hidden gem. Just Google Earth the location and you will not believe the dunes, water, forests and greenery. Simple comforts like marina, B&B’s and a few shops nearby; but still very secluded.
8. Mirror Lake Beach Public (South side of Mirror Lake)
(Or Private Beach area at Mirror Lake Inn north-side of Mirror Lake),
Mirror Lake surrounded by High Peak Mountains, Lake Placid Village, NY
http://www.mirrorlakeinn.com/
Amazing Adirondack High Peak Mountains encircle this forested lake. This is a postcard setting, simply unreal. When the water is not frozen it is still very cold. Rent canoes and hit lakeside restaurants and taverns. Look at the many area websites of the hotels on Lake Placid and Mirror Lake. They hosted the World Olympics twice for a reason! It is that nice … never a disappointment.
7. Westcott Beach & State Park, Lake Ontario, Hounsfield, NY
http://nysparks.state.ny.us/parks/info.asp?parkID=161
Along the shores that saw naval battles between British and American forces in The War of 1812. Visit Historic Sackets’s Harbor, NY and the Spectacular Thousand Island Regions of New York State. Find Lodging in Watertown, Clayton or Alexandria Bay, NY. Canada is just over the islands and water and worth a visit.
6. Westport Beach & Park, Lake Champlain, Westport, NY
http://www.westportny.com/index.php?page_ID=6
Adirondack Mountain village on Lake Champlain has commanding views overlooking pristine waters and Green Mountains of Vermont. NYC Secret: Accessible by Train (Amtrak) from NYC to Westport / Lake Placid Station. For Train goers it is a hike into the lakeside of town, best to have car rental drop sitiation from Lake Placid, or establish a lift from a friendly B&B keepers around the Westport area.
5. Southwick Beach & State Park, Lake Ontario, Ellisburgh, NY
http://nysparks.state.ny.us/parks/info.asp?parkID=154
Lost in the North Country, discover this natural beach amidst lush forest and Amish county farms. Close to Watertown, NY and other 2 other top 10 New York beaches.
4. Fire Island National Shore Line Beaches, Atlantic Ocean, Long Island, NY
http://www.fireisland.com/destinations.htm
Spectacular massive dune beach system created by storms and sea. Well known.
3. Hither Hills State Beach, Atlantic Ocean, Long Island, Montauk, NY
http://nysparks.state.ny.us/parks/info.asp?parkID=48
Ah, “The – End.” After a beach day, get your fresh yellow fin tuna and lobster at the docks.
2. Orient Beach State Park, Atlantic Ocean, Long Island Point, NY
http://nysparks.state.ny.us/parks/info.asp?parkID=50
A lost “Wilderness Beach”… Hard to believe New York City is at the other end of the island…
Summer traffic to here and other Long Island Beaches can be the worst on plant Earth. You may want to leave on a Wednesday at 3 AM, own a helicopter or be able to go during off season. All the Long Island beaches are worth at least one visit in a lifetime. I always had the good fortune of staying with close friends or family when on L.I. So on lodging your on your own, there is usually plenty, just book well ahead and prepare for expensive.
1. Sandy Island Beach State Park, Lake Ontario, Sandy Pond/Sandy Creek, NY
http://nysparks.state.ny.us/parks/info.asp?parkID=166
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sandy_Island_Beach_State_Park
Sandy Island Beach was private but recently became public. Accessible by car, but get a good map. You can boat to “boater’s beach” just north of Sandy Island Beach, and can walk to most of the beaches from the endless shoreline from the public area. Please be careful of the dunes and posted-off areas. Locals are very good about protecting the dune enviroment. This Great Lake area has been voted Top 3 Sunsets in the world repeatedly by international travel magazines. The location also features world-class freshwater sports fishing boasting several Salmon and Trout world records. Sandy Island Beach, NY features the only significant freshwater dune site in the northeastern United States according to New York State DEC. A must see on the top ten list. B&B's, campgrounds and cabin lodges are close by, but hotel/motel lodging is limited, the area is still secluded – Syracuse NY or Watertown, NY are best bets for national motel/hotel overnight stays. Then again many of these New York beaches on my list are away from the beaten path and makes more part of the fun.
Would love to here your comments and please forward your top 10 list New York beaches before summer ends.
Sandy Island Beach was private but recently became public. Accessible by car, but get a good map. You can boat to “boater’s beach” just north of Sandy Island Beach, and can walk to most of the beaches from the endless shoreline from the public area. Please be careful of the dunes and posted-off areas. Locals are very good about protecting the dune enviroment. This Great Lake area has been voted Top 3 Sunsets in the world repeatedly by international travel magazines. The location also features world-class freshwater sports fishing boasting several Salmon and Trout world records. Sandy Island Beach, NY features the only significant freshwater dune site in the northeastern United States according to New York State DEC. A must see on the top ten list. B&B's, campgrounds and cabin lodges are close by, but hotel/motel lodging is limited, the area is still secluded – Syracuse NY or Watertown, NY are best bets for national motel/hotel overnight stays. Then again many of these New York beaches on my list are away from the beaten path and makes more part of the fun.
Would love to here your comments and please forward your top 10 list New York beaches before summer ends.
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