Fire Island National Seashore

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Fire Island National Seashore, located off the southern shore of Long Island in New York, is a stunning and unique destination for nature lovers and beachgoers alike. This 32-mile long barrier island is home to a diverse range of ecosystems, from maritime forests to salt marshes, making it an ideal spot for outdoor enthusiasts to explore.

Visitors to Fire Island National Seashore can enjoy a wide array of activities, including hiking, birdwatching, and kayaking. The Sunken Forest, a rare maritime holly forest, is a must-see for nature lovers, while the beautiful beaches offer opportunities for swimming, sunbathing, and beachcombing. The Fire Island Lighthouse, a historic landmark dating back to 1858, provides panoramic views of the surrounding area and is a popular spot for photography.

In addition to its natural beauty, Fire Island National Seashore is also home to several charming communities, each with its own unique character. From the lively Ocean Beach with its vibrant nightlife and bustling boardwalk, to the serene and secluded Cherry Grove, there is something for everyone on this picturesque island.

For those interested in history, Fire Island National Seashore is rich with stories of shipwrecks, lifesaving stations, and the area's maritime heritage. The William Floyd Estate, a historic site located within the national seashore, offers a glimpse into the life of one of the signers of the Declaration of Independence.

Alternative names: Visitors per year: 384.3 thous.Elevation: 0 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 40°41'47"N, 72°58'58"W

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Nearby attractions include: Gateway Playhouse, East Patchogue, Shorefront Park, Patchogue Theatre.

5.3 miNE
Theater
Gateway Playhouse, Bellport
135 min walk • Gateway Playhouse, also known as the Performing Arts Center of Suffolk County is a theatre located on the eastern edge of Bellport, New York on the grounds of the former Mott Estate. The street address is 215 South Country Road.
5.1 miN
Area
East Patchogue, Brookhaven
130 min walk • East Patchogue is a census-designated place in the Town of Brookhaven in Suffolk County, on the South Shore of Long Island, in New York, United States. The population was 22,469 at the 2010 census.
3.8 miN
Beach, Entertainment, Park
Shorefront Park, Patchogue
98 min walk • Shorefront Park and the Patchogue Village Band Shell are located on Smith Street at the south end of Rider Avenue, Patchogue, New York. Since 2007, the Park has undergone updates by the village of Patchogue. There has been replacement of the older Band shell to a more contemporary style has been replaces.
5 miN
Concerts and shows, Cinema, Theater
Patchogue Theatre, Patchogue
129 min walk • Patchogue Theatre for the Performing Arts is Located at 71 East Main Street in Patchogue Village, Suffolk County, New York. The Patchogue Village Center for the Performing Arts, Inc. organized under a Not-for-Profit Corporation Law of the State of New York.
5.1 miN
Park
Swan Lake Park, Long Island
131 min walk • Swan Lake Park is located on East Main Street, East Patchogue, in the township of Brookhaven, Suffolk County, New York. Swan Lake is nestled between Swan Lake drive on the west side of the lake and Lake drive to the east of the lake.
3 miE
Nature, Natural attraction, Protected area
Otis Pike Fire Island High Dune Wilderness, Fire Island
78 min walk • Fire Island National Seashore is a United States National Seashore that protects a 26-mile section of Fire Island, an approximately 30-mile long and 0.5-mile wide barrier island separated from Long Island by the Great South Bay. The island is part of New York State's Suffolk County and the Outer Barrier.
6.7 miNE
Museum, History museum
Manor St. George, Long Island
172 min walk • Manor St. George or St. George's Manor was a large tract of land purchased by William "Tangier" Smith in the 17th century on Long Island, in central Suffolk County, New York.
5.7 miNW
Museum
Bayport Aerodrome, Long Island
145 min walk • Bayport Aerodrome is a historic rural airport one mile northwest of Bayport, New York. The airport has a grass runway and is owned and operated by the Town of Islip.
5.1 miN
Church
Congregational Church of Patchogue, Patchogue
129 min walk • Congregational Church of Patchogue is a historic church at 95 East Main Street in Patchogue, New York. Though the current church building was built in 1892, the church itself dates back to 1793 in a small building, approximately 25 by 20 feet, that was shared with some local Methodists.
5.8 miNW
Church, Shingle style architecture, Queen Anne architecture
Sayville Congregational Church, Long Island
148 min walk • Sayville Congregational Church, also known as Sayville Congregational United Church of Christ, is a historic Congregational church at 131 Middle Road in Sayville, Suffolk County, New York.
4.9 miN
Church
St. Paul's Episcopal Church Complex, Patchogue
126 min walk • St. Paul's Episcopal Church Complex is a historic church on Rider Avenue at the intersection of Terry Street in Patchogue, New York. Though the official address is listed as being at 31 Rider Avenue, the actual church is located between two houses owned by the church, the southernmost of which is actually located at 31 Rider Avenue.