• 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

Getting Around on Fire Island

Map of Fire Island National Seashore with links Fire Island WildernessFerry service from Patchogue to Watch Hill/Davis ParkFerry service from Sayville to Sailors Haven/Cherry Grove/Fire Island PinesFerry Service from Bayshore to Fire Island's western communitiesPatchogue-Watch Hill Ferry TerminalFire Island LighthouseSailors Haven/Sunken ForestBarrett Beach-TalismanWatch HillWilderness Visitor CenterWilliam Floyd Estate
 

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On Fire Island

There are no paved public roads within Fire Island National Seashore, so upon arrival, you may explore the park on foot or transfer to other park sites via water taxis. Fire Island Water Taxi is authorized to provide lateral ferry service between the Fire Island communities and other destination points on Fire Island. 

Bicycles, scooters, rollerskates, rollerblades and "razors" are prohibited on all park boardwalks. Wheelchairs, strollers and wagons are permitted, but all trails and facilities are not fully accessible at this time.

Fire Island National Seashore island facilities and destinations:


Fire Island National Seashore mainland facilities

Did You Know?

Piping plover on beach.

The piping plover is a federally threatened and New York State endangered species. It may be delisted when a total of 575 breeding pairs can be maintained in New York and New Jersey for five years. Fire Island National Seashore is currently the home of 15 - 20 nesting pairs of these shorebirds. More...