The ferry operates 365 days a year and runs every 10-15 minutes.
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Shelter Island is only accessible by car ferry. The North Ferry departs from Greenport, NY and the South Ferry from North Haven, NY. The ferries are operated by two separate companies, so the ticket prices and schedules are different.
Shelter Island is an island town in Suffolk County, New York, United States, near the eastern end of Long Island. The population was 3,253 at the 2020 United States census.
Getting Around -- While the island is small, if you really want to explore, you'll need a car. Check out the South Fork section of this chapter for information on rentals. If you just want to relax at your hotel, you can arrange for a pickup at the ferry, or get a taxi by calling Shelter Island Go-fors (tel.
The economics of the ferry option between Greenport and Sag Harbor will not save the traveler money. With a round trip car ferry cost of about $60, using the passenger ferry for a family of 4 can cost $134 dollars and up.
Both the North and South Ferries are cash only, no reservations, and leave every 10 to 20 minutes. Both ferries accept walk-on passengers for $2, and bicyclists for $4 (North Ferry) and $6 (South Ferry).
Generally speaking the ferry is usually slightly cheaper, but whichever option you choose, make sure to shop around for deals and book well ahead of time to get the best-value fares.
Generally speaking the ferry is usually slightly cheaper, but whichever option you choose, make sure to shop around for deals and book well ahead of time to get the best-value fares.
You can swim in the warmer waters of Shelter Island Sound or paddle out to enjoy the area from a different perspective. If you choose to partake in water activities, always prioritize safety and respect local wildlife. This beach is known for its birdlife, particularly piping plovers and other nesting birds.
A tiny island accessed only by ferry from either Greenport on the North Fork, or North Haven on the South Fork, Shelter Island is known for its natural beauty, hiking, biking, bird-watching and some of the most breathtaking kayaking in Suffolk County. The entire island is approximately 27 square miles.