Is Fire Island cash only?


Is Fire Island cash only? There are ATMs on the island, and all of the venues usually accept credit cards, though on occasion (like the 4th of July, for example) the bars go to cash only.


How do you spend a day on Fire Island?

Visitors can climb 182 steps to the top of the historic Fire Island Lighthouse built in 1858 for sweeping ocean views, take a guided canoe tour through the Salt Marsh, hike the 40-acre rare maritime Sunken Forest at Sailors' Haven, enjoy public marinas for boating and fishing, camp at Watch Hill, or spend the day at ...


What is the most expensive town on Fire Island?

The Pines, which has the most expensive real estate on Fire Island, has approximately 600 houses and a 100-unit condominium complex on its square mile of location. It has two-thirds of the swimming pools on Fire Island. Its summer seasonal population is between 2,500 and 3,000.


Can you bring food to Fire Island?

Fire Island National Seashore is a carry-in, carry-out park, so please plan to pack out your trash. Also be respectful of restrictions in some communities where food and drink are not allowed on the beach or in other areas.


How walkable is Fire Island?

Experience this 21.1-mile out-and-back trail near Bay Shore, New York. Generally considered a moderately challenging route, it takes an average of 6 h 11 min to complete.


Do you need cash for Shelter Island ferry?

Both the North and South Ferries are cash only, no reservations, and leave every 10 to 20 minutes. Both ferries accept walk-on passengers for $2, and bicyclists for $4 (North Ferry) and $6 (South Ferry).