Please take a moment to review our Beach & Boardwalk Rules and Regulations. Only swim when a lifeguard is on duty. Swimming is prohibited when there is not a lifeguard on duty. When you hear the lifeguard whistle, look at the lifeguard.
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From the coasts of Long Island, to Buffalo, to pristine lakes in between, New York State parks abound with 67 beaches to enjoy in the summer months. Swimming is a fun and active way to experience our parks and we welcome you to enjoy our designated swim areas, while remembering swim safety.
Key findings of Save the Sound's 2023 Long Island Sound Beach Report include: 78% of Long Island Sound beaches earned an “A” or “B” grade. That leaves 22% of Sound beaches with moderate to poor grades, from C+ and below. Three beaches received an “F” grade in 2022.
Vibrio bacteria are naturally occurring, but are present in higher concentrations in the summer when the salt water in the Long Island Sound is warmer, and filter-feeding shellfish, like oysters, can concentrate vibrio in their flesh when it's present in the water.
Samples show that beach water quality does not meet established standards. There have been a high number of illnesses or complaints about illness or injury. There are hazardous amounts of: Floatable debris.
Contrary to the proclamation The World's Longest Beach emblazoned on the archway over Bolstad street in the town of Long Beach, the beach here is not the longest beach in the world. It should be called the World's Longest Continuous Peninsula Beach because it is the world's longest beach on a peninsula.