How do I get to the Fire Island Ferry from NYC?
Long Island Railroad (LIRR) stations are near the William Floyd Estate and three mainland ferry terminals for Fire Island. From Penn Station in New York City, take the Montauk Branch of the LIRR to Mastic/Shirley for the William Floyd Estate or to Bay Shore, Sayville, or Patchogue to access ferry terminals.
Is there a ferry to Fire Island?
There are two companies who operate ferries between Long Island and Fire Island: the Sayville Ferry Service and Fire Island Ferries. The Sayville Ferry Service runs ferries from Sayville (Long Island) to the eastern part of Fire Island which includes: Fire Island Pines, Cherry Grove, Sailors Haven, and Water Island.
How long is the ferry ride to Fire Island?
approximately 30 minutes
How long are the boat rides over to Fire Island? One way trip is approximately 30 minutes.
How long is the ferry ride from Kismet to Bay Shore?
30-minute
Fire Island Ferries provide transportation service from Bay Shore to Kismet, Saltaire, Fair Harbor, Atlantique, Dunewood, Ocean Beach, Seaview, and Ocean Bay Park, the seven western towns of Fire Island. It is a 30-minute ferry ride that has been running since 1948.
Can you drive onto Fire Island?
You can drive to the Fire Island Lighthouse (see parking arrangements below) or to the Otis Pike Fire Island High Dune Wilderness on either end of Fire Island National Seashore, but you can’t drive the length of the island.
Is Fire Island accessible by car?
The Fire Island Lighthouse is located on the west end of Fire Island, adjacent to Robert Moses State Park and may be accessed year-round by vehicle. At the Robert Moses water tower proceed east to Parking field #5. There is a parking fee at certain times of the year.
Why Do They Call It Fire Island?
Fire Island Beach appeared on charts in the 1850s, and folklore suggests the name arose from land-based pirates, or “wreckers,” who built beach fires at night to lure cargo ships onto shore. Some say poison ivy gave Fire Island its name, either for its red leaves in autumn or its fiery itch.
Is Fire Island worth visiting?
Fire Island is known for its beautiful, clean beaches that are great for both families and couples. There’s a laid-back atmosphere that lends itself well to getting away from the hustle and bustle of the city. You’ll find 18 distinct communities as you explore.