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1. Bayshore Waterfront Park ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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2. Brighton Beach ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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3. Cherry Grove Beach

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4. Coney Island Beach

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5. Fort Tilden Beach

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6. Jacob Riis Park Beach

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7. Jones Beach

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8. Long Beach

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9. Manhattan Beach

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10. Midland Beach

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11. Orchard Beach

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12. Robert Moses State Park

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13. Rockaway Beach and Boardwalk

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14. South Beach

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15. Gunnison Beach

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Summary and Frequenly Asked Questions:

New York’s 14 miles of public beaches offer the residents wonderful spots for cooling off and a bit of summer fun on the sand during the sweltering hot months. After the season, they are perfect for jogging, biking, beach yoga, or quiet hours of fishing off the pier. From Coney Island to Orchard Beach, there’s a stretch of sandy beach to enjoy nearby.

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