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Water Activities

Long Island is known for its internationally acclaimed white-sand beaches - with a few famed spots including Jones Beach, Robert Moses, Coopers Beach, Main Beach, Fire Island and many more. Lounge on summer beach days or take advantage of a wide array of water sports.

Fishing, boating and watersports of all kinds are hot commodities on Long Island. From fishing charters and whale watching tours to kayaking and wakeboarding, there is fun for everyone in the waters off of Long Island. Catch some waves when you take up a surf lesson in Long Beach or Montauk. Explore the calm coastline and waterways of Long Island’s North Shore on a kayak or canoe. Uncover the secrets beneath the waves as you scuba dive through “wreck alley” under the Long Island Sound.

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Beaches

Long Island beaches are world-renowned for their fine white sand, spectacular waves, miles of boardwalks, and trails.

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Kayaking & Canoeing

Suffolk County’s beaches are the best spots for kayaking and canoeing on Long Island.

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Seal & Whale Watching

Visitors to Long Island can experience ocean life up close through several organizations and charters offering seal watching.

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Scuba Diving

For those seeking adventure beyond the beach, Long Island offers top-notch scuba diving in the Atlantic Ocean.

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Cruises, Charter Boats & Marinas

With nearly 400-miles of captivating coastline, it goes without saying that boating on Long Island is a huge commodity.

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Surfing

Long Island’s 118 miles of ocean-facing coastline is easily accessible and action-packed.

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A Family Adventure

Explore Long Island with an array of family-friendly activities from animal encounters to high-speed sports.

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Famous Long Island Beaches

Long Island is known for its famed coastline featuring miles of pristine beaches and scenic parks.

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Fire Island Weekend

The barrier island of Fire Island is just a quick ferry ride across the Great South Bay from mainland Long Island.