• Miles of uncrowded white sandy beaches extend to the horizon, separating the clear blue ocean and undulating grass-covered dunes.

    Fire Island

    National Seashore New York

  • Pet restrictions in effect March 15 through Labor Day; East Zone Wilderness Camping restrictions.

    Due to beach erosion, east zone beach camping now suspended: 631-281-3010. Dogs/other pets (except for service animals) are not allowed in the wilderness or on any of Fire Island's federally owned oceanfront beaches from March 15 through Labor Day. More »

Environmental Assessments for Recent Projects at Fire Island National Seashore

A summary of recent Environmental Assessments (EAs) and Environmental Impact Statements (EIS) created for Fire Island National Seashore projects is provided below, along with links to the Finding of No Significant Impact (FONSI) statement for the selected alternative for each project.

A list of current projects available for public review and comment is available on the National Park Service Planning, Environment and Public Comment (PEPC) site: parkplanning.nps.gov.

 

Fire Island Community Short-Term Storm Protection

Beach Nourishment and Maintenance Dredging at Smith Point County Park and Cupsogue County Park

Sailors Haven Channel Dredging:

Fire Island Lighthouse First Order Fresnel Lens Return and Display:

West Entrance Station:

Smith Point County Park Fishing Pier:

Personal Watercraft Regulations:

Rehabilitation of Sailors Haven Marina and Ferry Dock:

Wildland Fire Management Plan:

Short-term Community Storm Surge Protection Plan:

 

Patchogue Ferry Terminal

Threatened and Endangered Species

Breach Contingency Plan:

Did You Know?

Two boats side-by-side on the water.

Many boating accidents and drownings are alcohol-related. National Park Service rangers and other officers conduct safe boating checks and enforce boating under the influence (BUI) laws on the Great South Bay. More...