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Fire Island National Seashore NY

Lat, Long: 40.69668638, -73.00013462

Designation: National Seashore

Immerse yourself in an enchanting collage of coastal life and history. Rhythmic waves, high dunes, ancient maritime forests, historic landmarks and glimpses of wildlife, Fire Island has been a special place for diverse plants, animals and people for centuries. Far from the pressure of nearby big-city life, dynamic barrier island beaches offer solitude, camaraderie, and spiritual renewal.

Weather:

Spring: Temperatures may range from high 30s to low 50s (F). Rain and sun are equally common. Summer: Temperatures usually range from 65 F to 90 F. Fall: Temperatures from 70 F in early autumn to 40 F later in the season may be expected. Winter: Temperatures in the 30s (F) are common, with below freezing temperatures possible.

Directions:

Fire Island National Seashore Headquarters are located in Patchogue, New York, on Long Island. Fire Island National Seashore Headquarters: Via Long Island Expressway/I-495: Take Exit 61 (Patchogue-Holbrook Road) to Waverly Ave. Head south on Waverly Ave to West Ave. Turn right onto Laurel Street. Via NY-27: Take Exit 52 onto Waverly Ave. Head south on Waverly Ave to West Ave. Turn right onto Laurel Street.

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Address/Contact:

120 Laurel Street

Patchogue, US, 11772

Phone: 631-515-5557

Email: FIIS_Information@nps.gov

Entrance Fees:

A wide shot of the white and black striped Fire Island Lighthouse from the beach.A park ranger walks on a boardwalk in a shady, green forest.A sandy dune stands above the beach with dune grass and a horseshoe crab carapace in the foreground.A white two-story colonial home with green shutters stands on a lawn with blue sky and white clouds.A small white and gray shorebird with orange bill and legs runs on the sand.Waves crash on a sandy beach as the sun sets on a cloud-strewn sky.Boats docked in a marina with wood-sided buildings surrounding.A wading bird with black legs and white body holds a small fish in its bill while standing in a shalA white and black striped lighthouse stands above a stand of reeds with yellow goldenrod flowers.A flat, sandy area on the bay with dune grass in foreground and white clouds and blue sky above.A young seal on a sandy beach looks towards the camera.A boardwalk twists through a stand of green trees with changing fall colors of red and yellow.