66°
Mostly Sunny
1%
70
Suffolk County, NY · Atlantic Ocean
Smith Point County Park
1 William Floyd Pkwy, Shirley, NY 11967
Suffolk County's largest oceanfront park, at the eastern end of Fire Island where the William Floyd Parkway crosses the Smith Point Bridge. Guarded swim beach, a 270-site campground (RV and tent), outer-beach 4x4 access with permit, and the TWA Flight 800 memorial on the dunes.
Today's Conditions
Great day for a beach walk.
Cool but workable
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Mostly sunny. High near 66, with temperatures falling to around 60 in the afternoon. West wind around 13 mph, with gusts as high as 24 mph.
Tonight
Partly cloudy, with a low around 44. Northwest wind around 13 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph.
Weather
- 66°F air — cool but workable
- Sunny skies — mostly sunny
Water
- 4.9ft waves — real surf — fun for confident swimmers, dicey for kids
70 /100
great
65 Sunbathe
77 Walk
69 Fish
76 Photo
Best for walking today
Atmosphere
Air Temp
66°F
Mostly Cloudy
Wind
13 mph
W
Rain
1%
This Afternoon
Air Quality
39 Good
PM2.5 (fine particles) · Long Island Region
UV Peak
3 Moderate
Peaks 12 PM · burn in ~67m
Burn-free before 11 AM & after 01 PM
Tomorrow
61°F
Sunny
Water
Water Temp
—
Next Low Tide
11:33 PM
0.2 ft · in 5.0h
Wave Height
4.9 ft
5s · WNW swell
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
6:28 AM
Sunset
4:41 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 5:49 AM | High | 3.5 ft |
| 11:36 AM | Low | 0.3 ft |
| 6:11 PM | High | 3.0 ft |
| 11:33 PM | Low | 0.2 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 6:29 AM | High | 3.5 ft |
| 12:18 PM | Low | 0.2 ft |
| 6:52 PM | High | 2.9 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:12 AM | Low | 0.2 ft |
| 7:06 AM | High | 3.5 ft |
| 12:56 PM | Low | 0.2 ft |
| 7:31 PM | High | 2.8 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:49 AM | Low | 0.2 ft |
| 7:42 AM | High | 3.4 ft |
| 1:33 PM | Low | 0.2 ft |
| 8:09 PM | High | 2.7 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:26 AM | Low | 0.3 ft |
| 8:18 AM | High | 3.3 ft |
| 2:09 PM | Low | 0.2 ft |
| 8:49 PM | High | 2.6 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:03 AM | Low | 0.3 ft |
| 8:55 AM | High | 3.2 ft |
| 2:48 PM | Low | 0.3 ft |
| 9:30 PM | High | 2.5 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:43 AM | Low | 0.4 ft |
| 9:34 AM | High | 3.0 ft |
| 3:29 PM | Low | 0.4 ft |
| 10:14 PM | High | 2.4 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 8513398, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
61°
Sunny
8%
55
57°
Mostly Sunny
3%
44
59°
Mostly Sunny
0%
55
58°
Mostly Sunny
0%
57
53°
Chance Light Rain
26%
38
50°
Chance Light Rain
44%
14
What to Bring Today
Nothing unusual - conditions are unremarkable today.
Always remember water bottle, trash bag (leave no trace).
Best Fishing Times Today
Solunar theory: fish activity peaks at moon transits (major) and moonrise/moonset (minor). All times local.
Major
9:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Minor
4:30 AM - 5:30 AM
Major
9:10 AM - 11:10 AM
Minor
3:10 PM - 4:10 PM
Beach Info
Parking
Large oceanfront lot. $25/vehicle for non-residents; free with Suffolk County Green Key ($35/yr resident).
Dogs
No dogs on the guarded bathing beach in season. Leashed dogs allowed in campground and on the outer beach outside posted plover closures.
Entry Fee
$25/vehicle non-resident daily; free with Suffolk County Green Key card.
Address
1 William Floyd Pkwy, Shirley, NY 11967
Amenities
Frequently Asked
Is it safe to swim at Smith Point County Park today?
Smith Point County Park shows a live water-quality reading (bacteria levels) and today's swim-safety score at the top of this page, refreshed on every update. Seasonal lifeguards patrol the swim area in summer — follow their flags. Always review the current advisories, surf, and rip-current notes before getting in the water.
Is Smith Point County Park dog-friendly?
No dogs on the guarded bathing beach in season. Leashed dogs allowed in campground and on the outer beach outside posted plover closures.
Is there an entry fee at Smith Point County Park?
$25/vehicle non-resident daily; free with Suffolk County Green Key card.
Are there lifeguards at Smith Point County Park?
Yes. Seasonal lifeguards patrol Smith Point County Park during the summer swim season (typically Memorial Day through Labor Day). Outside that window, swim at your own risk.
What amenities are at Smith Point County Park?
Amenities at Smith Point County Park include lifeguards, restrooms, bathhouse, showers, snack bar, picnic area, concessions, camping.
When is the water warmest at Smith Point County Park?
Atlantic water temperatures peak in August. Northern beaches (ME, NH, MA) run cool — typically 60-68°F at the summer peak. Mid-Atlantic (NJ, DE, MD, VA) hits 74-76°F. The Carolinas and Florida Atlantic warm into the 80s and stay swimmable from May through October.
Where is Smith Point County Park located?
Smith Point County Park is in Suffolk County, NY, at 1 William Floyd Pkwy, Shirley, NY 11967.
Nearby Beaches
Updated · Data from NOAA, NWS