Swimming in Brooklyn
Brooklyn, New York, United States
Best Swim Spots in Brooklyn
Ranked by community ratings. Check real-time conditions before heading out.
Brighton Beach
Brighton Beach - Coney Island
Coney Island Beach
East River midchannel at 23rd Street
Gerritsen - Kiddie Beach
Gowanus Canal
Kingsborough Community College
Manhattan Beach
Marsha P Johnson State Park
Newtown Creek- Dutch Kills
Newtown Creek- Metropolitan Ave. Bridge
Pebble Beach
Plumb Beach
Sea Gate Beach Club
Sea Gate Beach-42nd Street
Transmitter Park
Open Water Swimming in Brooklyn
Brooklyn offers 16 open water swimming locations across Ocean environments. Whether you are a beginner looking for a calm, sheltered swim or an experienced open water swimmer seeking a challenge, there are options for every level.
Before heading out to any swim spot in Brooklyn, check current water conditions on SwimPass. Our SwimScore combines real-time weather, marine data, tides, and water quality into a single 0-100 rating so you can make an informed decision in seconds.
Ocean swimmers in Brooklyn should pay attention to tide schedules and swell forecasts. Swimming around slack tide typically offers the calmest conditions. Check our guide to reading water conditions for tips on interpreting local marine forecasts.
New to open water swimming? Start with our safety guide and first swim guide before heading to any new spot.
Swimming Guides
Prepare for your swim in Brooklyn with these guides.
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