beginner
East Islip, New York, United States

Heckscher State Park-West Beach

Heckscher State Park's West Beach offers protected bay swimming on Long Island Sound with calm, brackish water and sandy bottom. Ideal for beginner swimmers and families, this maintained public beach has amenities and lifeguards during season. Bring cash for parking fees and arrive early on weekends.

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Heckscher State Park-West Beach

40.7008, -73.1714

Details

Location
East Islip, New York, United States
Type
ocean
Difficulty
beginner
Coordinates
40.7008, -73.1714

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