Fire Island National Seashore
National Seashore · NY
Park Closure · Main Beach Staircase at Watch Hill Closed Due to Storm Damage
The beach staircase on the main dune crossing at Watch Hill is closed due to storm damage. Visitors should use the western dune crossing as an alternative.
Park Closure · Talisman-Barrett Beach Dock Closed for 2026 Season; Services Limited
Due to damage from winter ice, the Talisman-Barrett Beach dock is closed. NPS staff are evaluating options for repairs. There is no timeline for restoration. Boaters should plan to anchor in the bay to access the site. Be advised that the area is extremely shallow. Restroom maintenance will be limited during this time and visitors must pack out all trash and belongings. Public use of some areas will be restricted for safety.
More informationCaution · West Nile Virus detected in Mosquito Samples at Multiple Seashore Sites
West Nile Virus has been detected at the Carrington Tract and Watch Hill from mosquito samples collected on September 8, 2026. Increased surveillance of mosquitoes in the area will continue. It is recommended visitors limit or forego outdoor activities between dusk and dawn.
More information1 noticefrom the National Park Service
Information · Possession or use of marijuana inside Fire Island National Seashore is prohibited.
While New York provides for regulated possession and use of marijuana, it remains an illegal drug under federal law and enforced within National Park units.
Immerse yourself in an enchanting collage of coastal life and history. Rhythmic waves, high dunes, ancient maritime forests, historic landmarks and glimpses of wildlife, Fire Island has been a special place for diverse plants, animals and people for centuries. Far from the pressure of nearby big-city life, dynamic barrier island beaches offer solitude, camaraderie, and spiritual renewal.
- NPS site
- nps.gov/fiis
- Location
- Fire Island National Seashore (40.697, -73.000)
Track your visit to Fire Island National Seashore
NP Tracker keeps a record of every National Park Service unit you visit — all 430-plus of them. Log visits with dates and photos, collect passport stamps, plan trips, and watch your map fill in. It's free.
Passport stamp locations
- Fire Island Lighthouse
- Sailors Haven Visitor Center
- The William Floyd Estate
- Watch Hill Visitor Center
- Wilderness Visitor Center
- William Floyd Estate
Hours
Fire Island National Seashoretoday: All Day
- Sat Oct 3All Day
- Sun Oct 4All Day
- Mon Oct 5All Day
- Tue Oct 6All Day
- Wed Oct 7All Day
- Thu Oct 8All Day
- Fri Oct 9All Day
Fire Island National Seashore encompasses five National Park Service sites on Fire Island, and headquarters and the William Floyd Estate on Long Island. The Fire Island Lighthouse, the William Floyd Estate and Wilderness Visitor Center are open year-round. Watch Hill and Sailors Haven on Fire Island are open seasonally. Please be sure to check the hours of operations and the exceptions tab for each site you plan to visit.
Hours are retrieved from the National Park Service and can change without notice — check the official site before you go.
Visitor centers
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- Fire Island Lighthousetoday: 10:00AM - 4:00PMDirections
- Sailors Haven Visitor Centertoday: 11:00AM - 2:30PMDirections
- Watch Hill Visitor Centertoday: 11:00AM - 3:30PMDirections
- Wilderness Visitor Centertoday: 9:00AM - 4:00PMDirections
Self-guided tours
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The Sunken Forest: A Story of Balance45–90 minutes · 14 stops
This self-guided audio tour of the Sunken Forest will take you through the dynamic habitat of Fire Island's crown jewel to teach you about this globally rare ecosystem, it's unique natural history, and a variety of challenges to its continued preservation.
William Floyd Estate: Historic Core Walking Tour20–90 minutes · 21 stops
This tour of the William Floyd Estate's Historic Core will give visitors a glimpse into the multifaceted, complex stories of American history as told through the diverse and vibrant array of historical communities which passed through the William Floyd Estate over the course of more than three centuries.
Entrance fees
No entrance fee.