Gilgo
Edit SpotAbout
kook land, why else would i post it. some good surfing still exists at this crowded spot
Atmosphere:
longboard atmosphere, smaller and cleaner than other beaches especially on an east swell. It goes off on bigger days and is perfect for the fish or shortie
Additional Info:
During the summer months you will have to pay to park () between 7am - 6pm(?) unless you have a town of Babylon recreational permit ().
Location
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Couple of miles east of Jones Beach. Drive along Ocean Parkway, east or west, and look for the Gilgo Beach signs. Parking lot is on the bay side.
| Walk | Instant access (<5 min) |
|---|---|
| Public access | No |
| 4x4 required | Unknown |
| Boat required | Unknown |
Wave Characteristics
| Type | Beach break |
|---|---|
| Direction | Right and left |
| Bottom | Sandy |
| Power | Ordinary, Fun |
| Frequency | Regular (100 days/year) |
| Normal length | Normal (50 to 150m) |
| Good day length | Long (150 to 300m) |
Ideal Conditions
| Wind direction | North, NorthWest |
|---|---|
| Swell direction | SouthWest, South, SouthEast, East |
| Swell size | Less than 3ft - 12ft |
| Tide | Low tide only |
| Tide movement | Falling tide |
Crowd
| Week | Crowded |
|---|---|
| Weekend | Ultra crowded |
Dangers
Localism
Videos
None
Nearby spots
Tobay beach
1.77 miles away
| Direction: | Right and left |
| Bottom: | Sandy |
| Frequency: | Regular (100 days/year) |
Coastguards
3.96 miles away
| Direction: | Left |
| Bottom: | Sandy with rock |
| Frequency: | Regular (100 days/year) |
Robert Moses (democrat point)
4.77 miles away
| Direction: | Left |
| Bottom: | Sandy with rock |
| Frequency: | Regular (100 days/year) |