Bay View

Sole at Woodlawn Beach

Good for Relax

8.7

/ 10 Excellent

#1 out of 108
in New York

About

Sole at Woodlawn Beach is located on the Erie lake and it is in the 1th place out of 108 beaches in the New York region 417.7 km away from its center, the city of Albany. It is one of the beaches of Bay View settlement, just 1.2 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area.

It is a long lasting coastline with turquoise water and bright sand, so you don't need special shoes. The sharpness of entering the water is quite normal. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers etc. It is partially crowded during the high season.

Sole at Woodlawn Beach coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities, beach restaurant, toilets. There is also possible to take different water activities such as catamarans or jet skis. During the season this beach line is supervised by a lifeguard.

In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities. This beach is popular for windsurfing or kiteboarding.

Fans of active recreation can take part in beach volleyball.

This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.

1 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Hamburg Beach, which has a rating of 8.2.

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Historical

+10 ^oC +6 ^oC

Air temperature

6.4 M/S

Wind

+8 ^oC

Water temperature

0.2 M

Wave height

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Beach overall scores

Water

Excellent

8.5/10

Cover

Pleasant

6.2/10

Cleanliness

Good

6.5/10

Amenities

Tolerable

4.8/10

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Sole at Woodlawn Beach is located in New York within Bay View, 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

"This public beach is really nice. It has real sand and is a beautiful spot to take a leisurely walk and relax."

Nathaniel Rivers

"This beach in Buffalo NY is one of my favorites. It has a great bar, sandy beach, and fewer rocks and debris than other beaches nearby."

Landon Thornevale

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"This public beach is really nice. It has real sand and is a beautiful spot to take a leisurely walk and relax."

Nathaniel Rivers

"This beach in Buffalo NY is one of my favorites. It has a great bar, sandy beach, and fewer rocks and debris than other beaches nearby."

Landon Thornevale

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General features

ownership
- Public free entry
- Beach with basic amenities
occupancy
- Crowded in high season
- Popularity of the region among tourists - medium, individual tourism
sharks
- Zero prevalence of sharks
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location
- Within the settlement, roads and buildings adjacent to the beach

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Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.8 (Very good)

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7.9

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Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water, Sand bottom

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What to do in Sole at Woodlawn Beach? Are there any attractions or entertainments in region?

Extremes can be moderate or excessive, so if you are a fan of the first type, than Sole at Woodlawn Beach welcomes you, offering kite and windsurfing. If on the contrary, it is not your kind of activity, we recommend you to find another beach, since the presence of lots of kite surfers on water can have a negative impact on the comfort of your leisure.

Beach surroundings

Transport Localities

Transport

IAG• 36.2km
Westfield station• 78.8km

Localities

Bay View• 1.2km
Albany• 417.7km

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What is the water and sand quality of the Sole at Woodlawn Beach?

The coastline of Sole at Woodlawn Beach is covered with golden sand. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. The water is impeccably turquoise. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.

What are the key activities at Sole at Woodlawn Beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Sole at Woodlawn Beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.

The Sole at Woodlawn Beach is also suitable for the following water activities:

Kite and windsurfing

Activities available on the ground:

Beach volleyball

Is the Sole at Woodlawn Beach good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is comfortable. In the season the beach is attended by lifeguard.

The waves in the Sole at Woodlawn Beach are usually strong.

There are few boats in the bay.

Is the Sole at Woodlawn 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 gentle.

Is the Sole at Woodlawn Beach secluded and good for relaxing?

The region of the Sole at Woodlawn Beach is not one of the mass tourism destinations, but is still popular with solo travelers. 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 Sole at Woodlawn Beach?

The bar is located right on the Sole at Woodlawn Beach.

How far is the Sole at Woodlawn Beach from parking?

The Sole at Woodlawn 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.

What is the best time of the year to visit Sole at Woodlawn Beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Sole at Woodlawn Beach is July. Its average value reaches 24°C. The warmest sea is in August, the average value is 22°C. The coldest month is February with air temperature 1°C and water 0°C. See more details in weather section.

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Sole at Woodlawn 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.Sole at Woodlawn 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.