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Jones Beach essentials
Parking
10+ public lots nearby, closest 0.2 mi away, 8 accessible spaces
Beach fee
State park vehicle fee (2026: $10/car May 23 – Sept 13, $8 in spring and fall)
Restrooms
Public restrooms 0.3 mi away
Showers
Outdoor showers 0.5 mi away
Lifeguards
1 lifeguard station mapped
No dogs
No pets anywhere in the park, all year
Drinking water
6 water fountains nearby
Food & drink
2 restaurants, cafés & bars nearby
Rules and fees checked against parks.ny.gov. Other amenities were mapped by volunteers on OpenStreetMap within about ¾ mile of the beach. Rules, fees and lifeguard hours change by season, so check posted signs. Updated September 2026. Data © OpenStreetMap contributors. Something missing? Add it on OpenStreetMap
Beach Report is an informational guide from public data, not a substitute for lifeguards or official National Weather Service warnings. Always check posted signs and swim near a lifeguard.
About Jones Beach
Jones Beach is one of the New York area's most iconic public beaches, a vast Robert Moses-era state park on Long Island's south shore with miles of wide Atlantic sand, a historic boardwalk, and an outdoor concert theater. Easily reached from New York City, it draws huge summer crowds to its classic ocean beach. The Atlantic here is cool — typically the upper 60s to low 70s°F at the August peak, and cold the rest of the year. Check the safety flag and rip-current risk above, follow posted flags, and swim near a lifeguard.
Jones Beach FAQ
When is the best time to visit Jones Beach?
July and August for the warmest water and full boardwalk season; weekdays and early mornings avoid the biggest crowds.
Is Jones Beach easy to reach from NYC?
Yes — it’s one of the closest major ocean beaches to New York City, popular as a day trip. For swimming, check the live safety flag and rip-current risk above.
How cold is the water at Jones Beach?
Cool — typically the upper 60s to low 70s°F at the summer peak. Check the live reading above.
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