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Best Beaches in New York
Explore 5 outstanding beaches along the New York Atlantic Coast — from the subway-accessible surf at Rockaway and the boardwalk culture of Coney Island to Long Island's spectacular Jones Beach and the Hamptons' world-class shores.
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All 5 Beaches in New York
Rockaway Beach
NYC's only legal surf beach, accessible by A train — 6.5 km of Atlantic Ocean with designated surf zones, a thriving boardwalk food scene, and extraordinary urban diversity.
Coney Island Beach
America's most iconic urban amusement beach — the legendary 1927 Cyclone roller coaster, Luna Park, Nathan's Famous hot dogs, the Wonder Wheel, and free subway-accessible Atlantic Ocean swimming.
Jones Beach
Long Island's greatest state beach — 10 km of Atlantic Ocean, Robert Moses' monumental 1930s bathhouses, a designated surf zone, outdoor summer concerts at the Jones Beach Theater.
Main Beach East Hampton
Consistently ranked America's finest Atlantic beach — pristine white sand, exceptionally clear water, and the heart of East Hampton Village, one of the most beautiful colonial towns in the US.
Coopers Beach
A Dr. Beach Hall of Fame inductee — fine white sand, excellent water clarity, classic wooden bathhouses, and the elegant character of Southampton village, with one of the lowest crowd densities of any major New York beach.
Beach Comparison
| Beach | Location | Best Season | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rockaway Beach | Queens, NYC | June–September | 🏄 Surfing, 👨👩👧👦 Family |
| Coney Island Beach | Brooklyn, NYC | June–September | 👨👩👧👦 Family |
| Jones Beach | Nassau County, LI | June–September | 👨👩👧👦 Family, 🏄 Surfing |
| Main Beach East Hampton | East Hampton, LI | June–September | 🧘 Quiet, 👨👩👧👦 Family |
| Coopers Beach | Southampton, LI | June–September | 🧘 Quiet, 👨👩👧👦 Family |