Summer means warmer temperatures, kids out of school, and for many Long Island residents, it's time to soak up the sun at the beach. The area is blessed with many outstanding beaches that offer views of the Long Island Sound or the Atlantic Ocean. Many also offer additional activities and amenities such as playgrounds, boardwalks, and splash pads. Whether you're looking for a relaxing day lying on the beach or you'd rather fish, swim, or pursue another recreational activity, our REALTORS®  suggest visiting some of the following beaches on Long Island.

Best Beaches to Visit Across Long Island as Summer Begins

North Hempstead Beach Park

Address: 175 W. Shore Rd., Port Washington, NY 11050

North Hempstead Beach Park, located near Port Washington homes for sale, has 34 acres of sandy beach and recreational areas along the harbor, making it the perfect spot to enjoy the beachfront and its waterfront promenade with views of Long Island Sound. It also has plenty of amenities that make it easy to get active, including the following:

• Fishing pier
• Boat ramp
• Basketball courts
• Shuffleboard courts
• Handball courts
• Paddleball courts
• A mile jogging course
• Horseshoe pits
• Playground

Tobay Beach

Address: Ocean Parkway, Massapequa, NY 11758

Tobay Beach is known for being lively but not so crowded that it hampers your enjoyment of the area. You can hear the waves of the Atlantic Ocean from the beach or head to its northside, where the Great South Bay waters are calmer. Boating, fishing, and bodyboarding are popular activities, and if you have kids, they'll love the playgrounds and spray park. When you're ready for a break, visit one of the two restaurants that offer waterfront dining.

Jones Beach State Park

Address: 1 Ocean Parkway, Wantagh, NY 11793

Located on Jones Beach Island, a barrier island that's accessible from Long Island via several roads, Jones Beach State Park encompasses more than 2,400 acres. It's home to 6.5 miles of white-sand beach on the Atlantic Ocean and includes plenty of activities, including:

• Beach swimming
• Strolling along the boardwalk
• Fishing
• Bicycling
• Eating at one of the restaurants or concession stands
• Playing miniature golf
• Visiting the Jones Beach Energy & Nature Center
• Swimming in pools
• Playing on playgrounds
• Playing in a splash pad

Nickerson Beach Park

Address: 880 Lido Blvd., Lido Beach, NY 11561

If a beachfront park filled with plenty of amenities sounds appealing, make the drive to Nickerson Beach Park, which is situated on Long Island's south shore along the Atlantic Ocean. The ocean shoreline covers 3,500 feet and is perfect for relaxing or surfing. The park also offers ball fields, a par-3 golf course, a dog run, swimming pools, and volleyball courts. And if you'd like to extend your visit and stay the night, the park has traditional campsites as well as RV parking.

Crab Meadow Beach

Address: Waterside Ave., Northport, NY 11768

Northport's most popular swimming beach, Crab Meadow Beach, offers clear views of Connecticut across Long Island Sound. Visitors praise the beach's peaceful atmosphere and say it's a great spot to sit and watch the sunset. Walking on the boardwalk is popular, and the park also offers a kayak launch, basketball courts, a picnic area, a playground, and a restaurant.

Live Near the Ocean Breeze in Long Island This Summer

If you're interested in seeing Nassau County homes for sale or Suffolk County homes for sale, contact us today. Our area of the country has beautiful beaches and a wide range of outdoor activities, and we look forward to showing you all that Long Island has to offer!