Northport, NY
Parking Fee
Optimum Seasons: Summer
I discovered this by complete accident and through an inquisitive mind. When I had visited the Vanderbilt mansion the town over, I had asked the guide if the land across the water was Connecticut. He told me it was actually Asharoken peninsula in the town of Northport. He told me it was a street with water on both sides and it is worth seeing. So I followed through and drove ten minutes to Asharoken Avenue. It is a three mile stretch of waterfront homes on both sides of the street. It is a very unique point on the North Shore of Long Island. At the very beginning of the street, you will find two neighboring beaches, one for residents and one for anyone willing to pay $20 for parking. The beach is a sand beach with calm and crystal clear waters, and a concession stand, and a short walk to the parking lot! I went on a weekday and was able to find a lifeguard who let me access the private beach. This is a wonderful place to go with the family and enjoy collection shells with the kids and actually swim in calm waters! Tip: have sandals for the rocks at the bottom of the ocean!
Kill a few birds with one stone: Vanderbilt Mansion in neighboring Centerport! And park on Main Street in the town of Northport and walk around the town!
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