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New York City’s public beaches have reopened for the summer season. For those looking to stay in the city, ForumDaily New York has put together a guide to eight public beaches in the city, with information on each including location, descriptions and further details for each beach, such as activities and amenities on offer. The beaches listed are Cedar Grove Beach, Manhattan Beach, Midland Beach, Orchard Beach, Rockaway Beach, South Beach, Wolfe’s Pond Beach, and Coney Island.
Eight public beaches in New York: how to choose the perfect place for a summer vacation
New York’s public beaches reopened over the weekend. If you’re looking for a refreshment without leaving the city, we’ve put together a short guide to eight public beaches in New York City.
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Cedar Grove Beach
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Borough: Staten Island
Location: Ebbitts Street and Cedar Grove Avenue
Description: Cedar Grove Beach is smaller and somewhat quieter than neighboring Midland Beach and South Beach.
Further information: Cedar Grove Beach
Manhattan Beach
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Borough: Brooklyn
Location: Atlantic Coast, Oriental Boulevard, Ocean Avenue to Mackenzie Street
Description: this is a small family beach for lovers of a relaxing holiday.
Further information: Manhattan Beach
midland beach
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Borough: Staten Island
Location: Lower New York Bay
Description: Midland Beach shares the Franklin D. Roosevelt Boardwalk with neighboring South Beach. It is somewhat less crowded than South Beach.
Further information: Midland Beach
Orchard Beach
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Borough: The Bronx
Location: on Long Island Sound in Pelham Bay Park
Description: This beach is called the “Riviera of New York”. There is an embankment, a central pavilion, two playgrounds, 26 basketball, volleyball, handball and much more.
Further information: Orchard Beach
rockaway beach
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Borough: Queens
Location: Atlantic Coast from Beach 9th Street (Far Rockaway) to Beach 149th Street (Neponsit)
Description: This is the only beach in New York where you can legally surf. There are also playgrounds and other outdoor activities.
Further information: Rockaway Beach
south beach
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Borough: Staten Island
Location: on Lower New York Bay
Description: From there you can see the wines of the Verrazzano bridge, there is also a bike path, boardwalk, kayaking, tennis courts and fishing on the beach.
Further information: South Beach
Wolfe’s Pond Beach
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Borough: Staten Island
Location: on Raritan Bay and Prince’s Bay, from Holton to Cornelia avenues
Description: a small, calm and secluded beach, ideal for those who want to escape from the summer crowds
Further information: Wolfe’s Pond Beach
Coney Island
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Borough: Brooklyn
Location: Atlantic coast from West 37th Street to Ocean Parkway
Description: This popular beach is famous for its famous promenade, attractions, beach volleyball, handball and basketball courts.
Further information: Coney Island
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