MAIN Beaches US New York State Beaches

Another reason to love New York?

You'll find it in miles of rivers, lakes and Atlantic Ocean shores.

Main Beach in East Hampton (left) has been included in a list of the Top Ten US Beaches for its pristine beauty - which belies the fact that it also gets high marks from surfers for its wild waves and booming surf in season.

And don't forget the famous Finger Lakes district, or the fashionable Hamptons Beaches on Long Island where the famous, the rich, and the nearly rich go to play in summer...

New York State Parks - Choose from an array of choices including beach, boat launches, boat rentals and marinas and find a state park that features water recreation of all kinds with quick links to individual parks in an A-Z list.

Croton Point Park - A Westchester county favorite with information on facilities and amenities, plus further info and directions to the county's two other swimming beaches, Rye Playland and Glen Island Park.

Rye Playland - A top downstate favorite with swimming pool & beach, amusement park and picnic areas, summer events & entertainment.

Jones Beach State Park - In New York City's backyard with history & descriptions, list of amenities, contact info, seasons/hours, directions, maps.

Hamptons Online - The exclusive Long Island beach communities comprising East and West Hampton beaches with a complete schedule of events, where to go, what to do, restaurant and shopping guides, maps, directions and Long Island Railroad Hampton Service information.

Fire Island.com - Extensive travel guide including info about all 15 area beaches, a getting-there guide with ferry service, trains and water taxi schedules, info on restaurants and lodging, event schedule, map, directions, tide and weather info, picture & video

On Montauk - Welcome to the last stop on Long Island, with a famous lighthouse and white sandy beaches, world class fishing, five state parks, and a nature preserve. Including event calendar, hotel & restaurant guides.

Boating America New York - Peruse this huge list of lakes and reservoirs throughout the state including driving directions, facilities and some with related links, plus a separate section listing lakes in Adirondack Park.

FingerLakes Travel Guide - The complete guide to the area with listings and info on lake beaches, boating tours, marinas, fishing spots and charters.

also see -> New York State tourism | NYC beaches

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