• 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 »

Barrett Beach Facilities & Hours

Curving boardwalk winds past small picnic shelter and bath house.

Barrett Beach and Talisman
Restrooms
Open
Summer 2013 (Memorial Day - Labor Day)
Open daily at Barrett Beach and at Talisman

Limited summer ferry service available by special charter

  • from the Watch Hill Ferry Terminal in Patchogue via Davis Park Ferry Company - 631-475-1665
  • from Sayville via Sayville Ferry Service - 631-589-8980
 
Talisman Picnic Area

Bayside picnic tables and grills are available on a first-come, first-served basis at Talisman.

Lifeguarded Beach is not expected to be staffed in 2013

 
People on lifeguarded beach.
 
 

  • Boating at Fire Island Boating at Fire Island

    Learn more about boating opportunities and responsibilities. Read More

  • Barrett Beach & Talisman Barrett Beach & Talisman

    One of Fire Island National Seashore's least developed facilities offers a quieter beach experience. Read More

  • Watch Hill Facility Hours & Rates Watch Hill Facility Hours & Rates

    Open from mid-May to mid-October, hours of operation vary by season. Read More

  • For Kids: Junior Ranger Patch or Badge For Kids: Junior Ranger Patch or Badge

    is the reward for completing Fire Island's Junior Ranger Workbook. Read More

  • Check Today's Forecast Check Today's Forecast

    Link to local weather and tides. Read More

Did You Know?

Dead whale in swash on beach.

Whales and other marine mammals live in the ocean south of Fire Island. Occasionally, they are can be spotted from shore, and rarely a dead whale will wash ashore. More...