Jones Beach Island
Jones Beach Island
is a
barrier island
off the southern coast of
Long Island
in the
U.S. state
of
New York
. It is separated from Long Island by
South Oyster Bay
. The island straddles the county line between
Nassau
and
Suffolk
counties. The southern side of the island is known for its excellent beaches that face the open
Atlantic Ocean
.
Jones Beach State Park
, on the western tip of the island is a popular summer recreational destination for the
New York City
area. It is accessible from Long Island on its western end by the
Meadowbrook Parkway
to
Merrick, New York
and the
Wantagh Parkway
to
Wantagh, New York
. Its eastern end is linked to
Babylon (village), New York
by the
Robert Moses Causeway
. The Ocean Parkway connects all three causeways and runs the length of the island.
See also
Fire Island
Great South Bay
West Gilgo Beach
External link
Hofstra University: Study of Beaches on Jones Beach Island
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