6 Must Visit Spots to Watch the Summer Sunsets
The perfect way to end a summer night on Long Island is with a beautiful sunset.
The list below provides some hidden gems to visit for a great sunset view.
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1.Oak Beach-Captree: Oak Beach is a small beach community located at the east end of Jones Beach Island and is part of the town of Babylon in Suffolk County. Oak beach is a beautiful oasis with various secluded areas to pull your car up and view the sunset. Come take in the beautiful summer sunsets at Oak Beach by driving down the Ocean Parkway. To learn more about this community beach and its regulations, visit the town of Babylon website.
2. Captree State Park: Captree State Park is located in the town of Babylon and Islip in Suffolk County, and has the perfect secluded area to watch the sunset. The park is located at the eastern end of Jones Beach Island at 3500 E. Ocean Parkway in Bay Shore. It overlooks sections of Fire Island inlets and also displays beautiful views of the Great South Bay Bridge. It is the perfect spot to bring food, sit at a picnic table, and enjoy the beautiful sunset overlooking the water. This park is open year round and closes daily at 10 p.m. For more information, visit the Captree State Park website.
3. Sea Cliff Beach: Sea Cliff Beach, located at 56 The Blvd. in Sea Cliff, is a great hidden area to see the sun setting on the Long Island Sound. During hours of operation, which are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. seven days a week, only residents are allowed to enter due to Covid regulations. Come after 5 p.m. to see the sunset as Sea Cliff Beach has lots of parking available. To learn more and stay updated about this beautiful beach, visit the Sea Cliff Beach facebook page.
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4. Pirates Cove: Pirates Cove is located at Harbor Hills Drive in Port Jefferson and is open from 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. daily. This beautiful spot includes dunes, ocean, and calm cove all in one. Pirates Cove is a part of McAllister County Park and on the top of the dunes, you will find views of the Long Island sound on one side, and the Port Jefferson Harbor on the other. Go during sunset hours for the perfect views of such a beautiful area. Parking is limited as this gem has become a must see spot with an incredible landscape. To learn more, visit the website here.
5. Cedar Beach Marina: Cedar Marina, known for being a great camping and boat docking spot, is also the perfect place to see great sunset views. This marina is located on the bay side of Cedar Beach and is accessible by walking through the pathway underpass from the beach side. Take a walk down the long fishing pier at the marina to see the best views on the bay. You can drive down Ocean Parkway to find this marina and see the pier views for yourself. To learn more, visit the town of Babylon website.
6. Fire Island Lighthouse: The Fire island Lighthouse is a famous landmark on the Great South Bay that displays a beautiful view when the sun is setting. On the western end of Fire Island, this landmark is located at field 5 of Robert Moses State Park. Walk the trails around the lighthouse leading to the beach and take some scenic photos of this historical area. You can also plan your visit and walk up to the top of the lighthouse for a breathtaking view. To learn more about the Fire Island Lighthouse and its landscape, visit their website.
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