77°
Partly Sunny
6%
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.
NWS alert active · 77°F air
Full NWS forecast for This Afternoon
Partly sunny. High near 77, with temperatures falling to around 75 in the afternoon. South wind 17 to 21 mph, with gusts as high as 32 mph.
Tonight
Mostly cloudy, with a low around 73. Southwest wind 21 to 29 mph.
Weather
- 77°F air — ideal beach weather
- 21 mph wind — breezy — anchor everything
- Sunny skies — clear conditions
Safety
- NWS alert active — rip current statement issued september 9 at 3:06am edt until september 10 at 8:00pm edt by nws upton ny
70 /100
great
64 Sunbathe
78 Walk
36 Fish
74 Photo
Best for walking today
Rip Currents Rip Current Statement
Rip Current Statement issued September 9 at 3:06AM EDT until September 10 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Upton NY
Full NWS statement
* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents expected and 4 to 7 ft surf. * WHERE...Kings (Brooklyn), Southwest Suffolk, Southeast Suffolk, Southern Queens and Southern Nassau Counties. * WHEN...From this evening through Thursday evening. * RIP CURRENT IMPACTS...Life-threatening rip currents are likely for all people entering the surf zone. Anyone visiting the beaches should stay out of the surf. Rip currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into deeper water. * RIP CURRENT DETAILS...The rip current risk will be low this morning at the ocean beaches, but increasing to moderate through the afternoon and then high by late in the day as southerly winds and surf increase. * BEACH IMPACTS...Minor beach flooding is possible during the times of high tide this evening through Thursday.
Atmosphere
Air Temp
77°F
Mostly Clear
Wind
17 to 21 mph
S
Rain
6%
This Afternoon
UV Peak
6 High
High 12 PM–02 PM · burn in ~33m
Burn-free before 09 AM & after 05 PM
Tomorrow
80°F
Mostly Sunny
Water
Water Temp
—
Wave Height
1.6 ft
10s · ESE swell
Rip Current Risk · Regional Reference
No zone-specific NWS forecast for this beach (ANZ345)
The OKX office's Surf Zone Forecast doesn't cover this beach's forecast zone directly. Nearby coastal zones it does cover are listed below — regional reference only, not a substitute for the conditions at this specific beach.
- NYZ075 Kings (Brooklyn) — Coney Island Beach and Manhattan Beach Low in the AM, becoming high late
- NYZ178 Southern Queens — Jacob Riis Park and Rockaway Beach Low in the AM, becoming high late
- NYZ179 Southern Nassau — Atlantic Beach, Long Beach, Lido Beach, Low in the AM, becoming high late
- NYZ080 Southwestern Suffolk — Gilgo State Park and Robert Moses State Park Low in the AM, becoming high late
- NYZ081 Southeastern Suffolk — Smith Point, Cupsogue Beach, Low in the AM, becoming high late
Sun & Moon
Sunrise
6:26 AM
Sunset
7:11 PM
Moon · 5%
Waning Crescent
Spring tides — bigger range
Tides
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:02 AM | Low | 0.3 ft |
| 6:45 AM | High | 3.3 ft |
| 12:13 PM | Low | 0.3 ft |
| 7:06 PM | High | 3.7 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 12:53 AM | Low | 0.2 ft |
| 7:32 AM | High | 3.5 ft |
| 1:08 PM | Low | 0.2 ft |
| 7:52 PM | High | 3.7 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 1:37 AM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| 8:16 AM | High | 3.6 ft |
| 1:56 PM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| 8:35 PM | High | 3.6 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:16 AM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| 8:58 AM | High | 3.6 ft |
| 2:39 PM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| 9:18 PM | High | 3.5 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 2:54 AM | Low | 0.1 ft |
| 9:40 AM | High | 3.6 ft |
| 3:20 PM | Low | 0.2 ft |
| 10:00 PM | High | 3.3 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 3:30 AM | Low | 0.2 ft |
| 10:22 AM | High | 3.5 ft |
| 4:01 PM | Low | 0.3 ft |
| 10:44 PM | High | 3.1 ft |
| Time | Type | Height |
|---|---|---|
| 4:08 AM | Low | 0.4 ft |
| 11:04 AM | High | 3.3 ft |
| 4:44 PM | Low | 0.5 ft |
| 11:28 PM | High | 2.8 ft |
High/low predictions from NOAA station 8513398, refreshed on every build. Times shown local.
7-Day Beach Day Forecast
80°
Mostly Sunny
13%
65
74°
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny
18%
75
73°
Mostly Sunny
1%
82
75°
Chance Rain Showers
52%
48
76°
Mostly Sunny
3%
83
74°
Mostly Sunny
2%
80
What to Bring Today
- recommended SPF 30 sunscreen UV index 6 — high
- recommended Beach shelter or anchored canopy 17 to 21 mph wind — umbrellas will flip
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
10:20 PM - 12:20 AM
Minor
4:10 AM - 5:10 AM
Major
10:40 AM - 12:40 PM
Minor
6:10 PM - 7:10 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