- A Waterfront Treasure in Port Washington…read more Bar Beach Park is one of those rare spots that truly has something for everyone. Whether you're here for a peaceful walk along the promenade, a family picnic, or an active afternoon of basketball, kayaking, or fishing, this park delivers. The grounds are spotless, the playgrounds are a hit with the kids, and there's plenty of shaded seating to take in the beautiful harbor views. I love how easy it is to get around--lots of parking, clean restrooms, and great accessibility for strollers and wheelchairs. Sunsets here are pure magic, with the sky melting into gold over Hempstead Harbor. You'll find friendly locals, a relaxed vibe, and all the space you need to unwind. This isn't just a park--it's a little slice of Long Island paradise. Bring your friends, bring your family... and don't forget your camera!

A very small local beach on The Sound. I recently attended a healing sound bath and am glad I was…read moreable to experience it on this quiet and pleasant beach. I was there after peak hours, but the beach seemed clean and peaceful. Although I don't think I'd recommend going into the water, it's a nice place to relax and walk, or even to clear your mind and perhaps meditate.

This is such a beautiful park! It has a great kids' playground and a nice walking path that is very…read morerelaxing. My kids absolutely loved playing in the sand at the playground. It's a wonderful spot for the whole family. Qué parque tan hermoso! Tiene un excelente área de juegos para niños y un sendero muy agradable para caminar que es muy relajante. A mis hijos les encantó jugar en la arena del área de juegos. ¡Es un lugar maravilloso para toda la familia!

They humiliated me and my mother by get us out in a very disrespectful way, I tried to explain to…read morethem that my mother is an old lady and in that park it was the last photo that my father and she took When he was alive they told me in a Depective way that I'm sorry and that retire without a hint of empathy , I told her that I have always been a resident of locust valley But now I live in SEA CLIFF and one of the ladies sent me to go to tape beach I told her , I just need to have a walk with my mother I don't want to the beach just to take a picture of her But they didn't care they look at me with disgust and they told me back without saying please no nothing, that's why this world is like it is by racist and rude people like those!

A Great beach park, walking promenade and playground on the North Shore of Long Island. The…read morefacilities are well maintained and there is plenty to do. This beach park is big, the website boasts over 60 acres of land. Since this is a beach slap on the sunscreen and soak up those rays, vitamin deficient folks will have no problem producing more vitamin D as the sun is scorching! There are open and covered picnic areas for you to barbecue. I think these areas require a permit and a fee and are only available to residents of the town. The beach has at least 2 life guards at every marked swimming area and these guys and gals do their job, so people please swim within the flags! Food options are limited and the concession stand is only opened on the weekends, the prices are fairly reasonable. The beach park is pet friendly and they provide baggies at certain stations so you can clean up after your pooch. There is a fee for parking $15 for residents and $20 if you're not a resident. A great place to spend a weekday or weekend to get away from the heat or just hang.

Great spot they have something for everyone from volley ball to grills and more. Check out the…read morepaddle board and kayak rentals at Kostal Paddle super easy and awesome spot to get on the bay and paddle.

This is one of the few beaches that are open during coronavirus pandemic. The parking lot is huge…read moreand people come here to fish, canoe, stroll, and relax. It wasn't crowded and we were able to stay at least 20 feet away from each other as of May 4, 2020. My toddler enjoyed walking in the sand barefoot and picking up empty shells and dried seaweed. Bring a mat and enjoy the fresh air and sunlight while maintaining the social distance!

The food was excellent, the view beautiful and the employees so nice!!!…read more It's a definite go to restaurant!

On Wednesday July 23rd 2025 at the Harry Tappen Beach , Glenwood Landing NY a performance by the…read moreStevie Mack A Fleetwood Mac and Stevie Nicks experience, band from the Music under the Stars 2025 Summer series Town of Oyster Bay was performed. Boy were they great! So 5 stars for them. The beach was easy to drive to. There was street parking and a sign that read Sea Cliff. The Public Safty men in front not so much though officer Derringer in his kindness gave me the grace to vent and the permission to enjoy the show. He gets an extra star from me. The pool closed just as the show was about to start at 8 p.m. The beach was nice , the stage and sound system well done and a nice night with the Sun setting while people , some dressed the part , sang, danced and enjoyed.If you are a fan check out this group.

We came here during off season to check out the beach and playground. There's a decent playground,…read morethough the sand made it hard to fully enjoy and seemed a bit dirty. The kids didn't mind, of course! We enjoyed walking by the beach and having the area mostly to ourselves on this grey day. There's a concession stand open during on-season and ample parking.

This was such a fun way to spend the weekend! I had such a good time at the Italian Festival at…read moreNorth Hempstead Beach Park. There was so much going on between the Italian food, carnival rides, live music, vendors, and of course the fireworks. The whole atmosphere was so lively .There were so many food options to choose from, and of course I had to try some of the food Everything smelled amazing, and there were plenty of options for anyone craving Italian food or something sweet They even had Greek & Mexican food. Parking was $5 and cash only, so definitely keep that in mind if you're planning to go!I also loved that it wasn't just about the food. You could walk around, listen to music, check out the vendors, enjoy the rides, and take in the waterfront atmosphere. The fireworks were definitely a great way to end the night such a fun event and another reason I love exploring Long Island. There's always something going on that I never would have known about before moving here!

The only complaint is that the water is disgusting dirty. The boardwalk is nice to walk around and…read moreenjoy.

In the Village of Seacliff, on the North Shore, is a dedicated Memorial and Park…read more Despite its quaint size, the park offers breathtaking views of the Long Island Sound and sunsets. The men and women of Sea Cliff who have served our nation are honored with a beautiful memorial. There several benches, and it's pleasant to take a stroll and enjoy the scenery after dining in town.

Came here to watch the sunset. It was glorious and we loved it so much. Only thing was I didn't…read morerealize it was gonna be colder over here so my 6 year old was freezing and not having fun lol. Next time I'd make sure to bring a hoodie if going in early Spring.

We are cruising the Sound and stopped at Safe Harbor for the evening. Discovered this great…read morelittle rental shop with the best folks right by the marina. Picked a super fun bike with a basket for a run into town. They had paddle boards as well as a nice selection of bikes. Unbelievably fun and friendly staff owners? I couldn't recommend them more.

Great service, loved paddle boarding here, not the best water but the owner was lovely and for that…read moreI support her small business. Equipment was solid and parking was easy/free.

Don't pay any mind to any of the negative reviews! This was such an awesome experience! We went…read morekayaking at 6:30pm and it was an absolutely perfect time to go. The sun was a bit lower in the sky but just over the trees and was beautiful to look at as we kayaked through the bay. If you're any bit of a nervous nelly there are boats that also come through the bay but they did tend to stay further away from us. The staff are quite friendly too. And there is a place right nearby called Coopers Bluff where we had went to grab a frozen drink after and watch the sunset. Overall a great time and great date night!

Can't believe this was my first time at The Waterfront Center! Have been going to this beach for…read moreyears and I've never rented a paddleboard or kayak and I will for sure be back. So easy to make a reservation and get the kayak! The kids at the dock were super friendly and even though I tapped out early cause my arms were sore, I thoroughly enjoyed my experience!

Our daughter planned our CSH kayak excursion celebrating my wifes' birthday on 8/22/26. From…read moremeeting up w/ the group and Joe, we were made to feel comfortable. Joe provides a judgement free zone, he's extremely patient, kind, and his directions don't carry any underlying tone that may discourage a beginner or frustrate an experienced paddler. There were (4) people in our party, w/ a total of (8) in our group. For our party, each of us of varying skill felt like we were personally attended to and not rushed or brushed off in any way. This guy Joe has got great people & teaching skills. We all would highly recommend a tour w/ the JK group. Thanks again, Joe Sincerely, Heather, Abby, Jeremy, & Rob

I went kayaking for my first time and before we even got in the kayak Joe had me totally ready and…read moreconfident. We lucked out and had beautiful weather and low winds. We went through Cold Spring Harbor and Joe knew all the geography and history of the area. A highlight of the trip was getting to see a bald eagle which I know is a rare sight. I highly recommend JK Kayak & SUP, as I will definitely be going again!