Park Brimming with Beachside Recreation

The Robert Moses State Park is situated on Fire Island at the west end of the island. It lies outside of the Fire Island National Seashore. You can reach the park in your vehicle and there are several paid parking lots in the park. There is also parking near Lighthouse Beach. The park features five miles worth of beachfront that gives visitors a chance to swim, fish, or surf. Those who want to fish can also do so from the piers. You can bring your boat and dock for the day. There is space for up to 40 boats. The park features numerous picnic spots and an 18-hole golf course. Pets are not allowed in the park.

Like most parks, a vehicle fee is charged for entering the area. The amount will depend on the season. If you want to visit New York state parks all season long, you can purchase an Empire Passport that provides unlimited entry into the park for $65 annually. The pass is good at over 150 parks in the state.

The park includes amenities that will appeal to everyone in the family. There is beach access, fishing, dining options, golf, a marina, and picnic tables. The park features onsite showers so you can clean up after a day at the beach. There is also a playground area and several recreation programs are held throughout the year. The park is open year round from sunrise until sunset.

At the end of the day after fun at the beach, there are plenty of dining and accommodation options in Long Island. Dining choices include Mamma Lombardi's, Aegean Pizza and Italian Restaurant, the Irish Times Pub, the Sonoma Grill, and Mama's Pizza, Pasta, and Seafood. If you are looking for a quick cup of coffee or a place to relax after a day in the sun, try Caffy Portofino, Babylon Bean, Cannery Row Cafy, and Classy Coffee. The east end of Long Island is ripe with dining options, as well as places to stay, shop, and be entertained.

There are numerous beach options in this area. Outdoor recreation near the seashore is popular in the eastern New York are. Many families plan summer vacations to the shore and they spend a great deal of time relaxing on the beach, hiking, picnicking, grilling, having bonfires, boating, dining, and enjoying each other's company. There is also a number of summer camp and daycare options in the area. Winters in New York can be harsh, so when summer comes around, people are ready to head to the beach. Because state park attendance is so popular here, especially along the coast, the state has developed a number of programs that involve the outdoors and the beach. Discounts are available for families and individuals looking to get outdoors and enjoy the environment all year round. If you are looking for a great beachside getaway with plenty to do for the entire family, plan a trip to the Robert Moses State Park. This is a family vacation you will not soon forget.