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Rockaway Park Beach
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About
Rockaway Park Beach is located on the Atlantic ocean and it is in the 47th place out of 108 beaches in the New York region 229.1 km away from its center, the city of Albany. It is one of the beaches of Inwood settlement, just 5.2 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area.
It is a long lasting coastline with crystal turquoise water and bright sand, so you don't need special shoes. The entrance to the water is very smooth. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers etc. It is partially crowded during the high season.
Rockaway Park Beach coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities, beach restaurant, showers, toilets. During the season this beach line is supervised by a lifeguard.
Please note, that this shore has a significant low tide.
In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities. There are also some surf spots.
This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.
4 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Atlantic Beach, which has a rating of 7.8.
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Key features
Beach overall scores
Rockaway Park Beach is located in New York within Inwood, which makes it easily accessible and therefore popular among travelers. In the high season this may cause some discomfort, due to the large influx of tourists.
The beach stretches on the sunny coast, within the boundaries of the settlement, it is not difficult to get to it. If your stay is located not far from the beach, you can reach it by walking. In this case you will not be tied to finding parking or to the schedule of public transport. If you are traveling by car just use your navigator. In any case, do not forget about the availability of public transport and taxis.
User reviews
"Rockaway Beach is definitely the top beach in NYC, and it also boasts the second longest boardwalk in the country. Whether you enjoy surfing, biking, or simply taking a relaxing walk by the water, this is the perfect spot for you. Plus, there are plenty of great food options at the concessions stands."
Evan Marlowe
"Rockaway Beach is absolutely stunning! The water is clean and the waves are perfect for surfing. There is a convenient parking lot available for visitors. Along the boardwalk, you will find charming little shops where you can grab food, drinks, and even enjoy some live music and dancing. If you don't have a car, no worries - you can easily access the beach via train or ferry..."
Sylvie Delgado
User reviews
"Rockaway Beach is definitely the top beach in NYC, and it also boasts the second longest boardwalk in the country. Whether you enjoy surfing, biking, or simply taking a relaxing walk by the water, this is the perfect spot for you. Plus, there are plenty of great food options at the concessions stands."
Evan Marlowe
"Rockaway Beach is absolutely stunning! The water is clean and the waves are perfect for surfing. There is a convenient parking lot available for visitors. Along the boardwalk, you will find charming little shops where you can grab food, drinks, and even enjoy some live music and dancing. If you don't have a car, no worries - you can easily access the beach via train or ferry..."
Sylvie Delgado
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What to do in Rockaway Park Beach? Are there any attractions or entertainments in region?
For those who wish to engage in something more extreme than a lazy holiday on the beach, it is worth noting that Rockaway Park Beach is excellent for surfing. This kind of activity is suitable for beginners and for professionals. The waves in this region you can see in the photos above or study the reviews by our users. And by the way, on the beach you can take surfing coaches!
Beach surroundings
Restaurants
- Dunkin'• 3.1km
- Los Carnales Coffee...• 3.1km
- Subway• 3.1km
- Ichiban sushi and ca...• 3.1km
Attractions
- Thursby Basin Park• 11 min walk
- Rockaway Community P...• 17 min walk
- Bayswater Park• 27 min walk
- Norton Basin Natural...• 29 min walk
Transport
- JFK• 5.8km
- Mott Av / Central• 3.6km
- Inwood• 4.6km
Localities
- Inwood• 5.2km
- Albany• 229.1km
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Rockaway Park Beach?
The coastline of Rockaway Park Beach is covered with golden sand. It's very clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.
What are the key activities at Rockaway Park Beach?
For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Rockaway Park Beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.
The Rockaway Park Beach is also suitable for the following water activities:
- Surfing
Is the Rockaway Park Beach good for swimming?
The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low. In the season the beach is attended by lifeguard.
Rockaway Park Beach does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season. The tides are high, so sometimes you have to cross several meters to get to the water.
So the overall recommendation of the Rockaway Park Beach for swimming is positive.
Is the Rockaway Park Beach good for families?
Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. On the beach, there are minimal sufficient amenities such as sun loungers or beach bar. It's covered with sand and the entrance to the water is very smooth.
Is the Rockaway Park Beach secluded and good for relaxing?
There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the beach can get very crowded, making it an unsuitable place for those looking for a relaxing holiday.
Is there any food or beverages in the area of Rockaway Park Beach?
The bar is located right on the Rockaway Park Beach.
There are 4 restaurants nearby.Dunkin' is the closest place located 3100 meters from the beach.
What is the closest accommodation to the Rockaway Park Beach?
There are 172 places to stay in the Rockaway Park Beach area.
Some of the best hotels in the area of Rockaway Park Beach include:
- Super 8 by Wyndham Brooklyn Pennsylvania Ave
- The High Tide Studio #1 Condo
- Beautiful Room near JFK and close to LaGuardia Airports
The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:
How far is the Rockaway Park Beach from parking?
The Rockaway Park Beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.
Are there any attractions nearby Rockaway Park Beach?
There are 4 attractions near Rockaway Park Beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Thursby Basin Park located in 0.8 km. See the attractions section for details.
What is the best time of the year to visit Rockaway Park Beach?
The month with the highest temperature in Rockaway Park Beach is July. Its average value reaches 27°C. The warmest sea is in August, the average value is 22°C. The coldest month is February with air temperature 6°C and water 4°C. See more details in weather section.
Is the beach good for sunbathing?
Rockaway Park Beach (New York) is not fully equipped for sunbathing. However, if you are not picky and are willing to spread out on a towel, you can sunbathe here as well. The natural shade will allow you to hide from the scorching sun in the peak of its activity. Well, the photos of our visitors will be the best proof of that, all the available photos of the beach are above.Rockaway Park Beach (New York) is a place for true nature lovers, but if you like sunbathing on the beach, then this location is not the best option. There are no sunbeds and umbrellas, and even there is no natural shade to hide you from the scorching sun. From positives, the presence of sand, on which you can sit comfortably. But do not forget sunscreen for this place, such a recommendation is relevant. Photos of the beach you can see above. All photos are taken by our visitors personally.
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