• 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

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  • More Park Facilities Reopen During May 2013

    Watch Hill and Sailors Haven marinas open May 10. Limited ferry service from Sayville to Sailors Haven resumes May 13 and ferries from Patchogue to Watch Hill start on May 18. Remaining park facilities to reopen by May 25, 2013. More »

Press Releases-2003

Bids Solicited for Concession Contract at Fire Island National Seashore to Operate Island Services
(Adobe Acrobat) [11/05/03]

National Park Service Permits Limited Beach Protection Projects in Front of Fire Island Communities
(Adobe Acrobat) [08/01/03]

Fire Island National Seashore Releases Environmental Assessment for Short-term Community Storm Surge Protection Plan
(Adobe Acrobat) [06/06/03]

Spring Opening of Facilities and Activities at Fire Island National Seashore
(Adobe Acrobat) [05/14/03]

Fire Island National Seashore Hosts Science Conference at Brookhaven National Lab
(Adobe Acrobat) [03/07/03]

Experienced Park Professional David W. Spirtes to Head Fire Island National Seashore
(Adobe Acrobat) [2/28/03]

Fire Island National Seashore Recruits New Volunteers
(Adobe Acrobat) [2/11/03]

 

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  • Biennial Science & Resource Management Conference Biennial Science & Resource Management Conference

    Sponsored by the park, this program provides a public glimpse into current research and planning. Read More

Did You Know?

1964-2014 Wilderness 50th Anniversary logo beside winter backpacker on Fire Island

In 2014, America celebrates the 50th anniversary of the signing of the Wilderness Act on September 3, 1964, just a week before the establishment of Fire Island National Seashore.