How long is the boardwalk at Jones Beach?

How long is the boardwalk at Jones Beach? If you choose to stay the path of the 2 mile long boardwalk, the new multi-use path extends from the boardwalk at Field 1 to the West End area of the park for an additional 2.3 miles. Visitors who are fond of swimming in the Ocean can do so at several locations staffed by the Jones Beach Lifeguard Corps.

Why is Jones Beach famous?

It is the most popular and heavily visited beach on the East Coast, with an estimated six million visitors per year. Northwell Health at Jones Beach Theater, an outdoor arena in the park, is a popular musical and concert venue. The park also includes a two-mile (3.2 km) boardwalk.

Is Jones Beach free for senior citizens?

And the best is on week days for us 62 or older the parking is free, just show your drivers license. I have been coming here for over 65 years and there is not enough praises I can say for it.

What time do lifeguards leave Jones Beach?

During beach season, lifeguards are on duty daily, from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Swimming is prohibited when lifeguards are not on duty and in closed sections. Closed sections are marked with signs and/or red flags. All of our beaches are free and open to the public.

Where is the best place to walk at Jones Beach?

The Jones Beach Boardwalk traverses Jones Beach State Park, running parallel (and south of) Ocean Parkway. The pleasant pathway offers views of the beach and the ocean. Although bicycles are permitted, pedestrians have the right of way and bicyclists should dismount in crowded areas.

Which Jones Beach Field has the shortest walk?

By far the most popular section is field six, home of the East Bath House at the easternmost section of the park, where the parking lot fills up first because it has the shortest walk to ocean.

Where does the Long Beach Boardwalk start?

The Long Beach Boardwalk is listed officially at 142 West Walnut Street, Long Beach, New York. Free parking is available on the street. There are accessible spaces on each block. There are ramps to the Boardwalk on streets between Nevada Avenue and Pacific Boulevard.

Is there free parking at Jones Beach?

Parking on weekdays (Monday through Friday) is free throughout the year, but fees apply on weekends and holidays.

How many pools are at Jones Beach?

Jones Beach State Park's top attraction has always been swimming. The park offers fine surf bathing along 6.5 miles of ocean beach, one-half mile of bay beach for stillwater bathing, and two swimming pools.

How long of a walk is Jones Beach boardwalk?

Check out this 3.9-mile out-and-back trail near Wantagh, New York. Generally considered an easy route, it takes an average of 1 h 8 min to complete. This is a popular trail for hiking, road biking, and running, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of day.

Does Jones Beach get crowded?

Jones Beach State Park is a state park in the U.S. state of New York. It is located in southern Nassau County on Jones Beach Island, a barrier island linked to Long Island by the Meadowbrook State Parkway, Wantagh State Parkway, and Ocean Parkway.

Which field is less crowded at Jones Beach?

Field 2 is west of the roundabout and is more quiet then the other beach areas, but it is a long walk.

How long is the Jones Beach Health Walk?

Jones Beach is a 4.3 mile (10,000-step) route located near Wantagh, New York, USA. This route has an elevation gain of about 180.4 ft and is rated as easy. Find the best walking trails near you in Pacer App. The health walk starts at Field 6.

Where do you park to walk the boardwalk in Jones Beach?

Parking and Trail Access Large parking lots are available withing Jones Beach State Park (1 Ocean Parkway, Wantagh, NY).

How long is the sandwich boardwalk?

The Sandwich Boardwalk (sometimes called the “Plank Walk” or the “Mill Creek Foot Bridge”) is about 1300 feet in length and crosses Mill Creek and the marsh, leading to the Town Beach on Cape Cod Bay.

What is the best part of the Great ocean Walk?

What is better Jones Beach or Long Beach?

Jones Beach only has the boardwalk concessions--burgers, fries, ice cream, etc. Long Beach had a FANTASTIC board walk that was completely destroyed last year in Hurricane Sandy (it is currently being re-built, a small portion should be open this summer.) Jones Beach had some damage, but most of the board walk is open.