Parks Department > BEACHES & BOATING

Beaches Division Office

Town Hall South 977 Hicksville Road, Massapequa 11758
(516) 797-4110
beaches@oysterbay-ny.gov
Hours: Monday- Friday, 9:00 AM- 4:30 PM

Beaches are open to Town of Oyster Bay residents ONLY for the 2024 season.

BEACH, MARINA AND BOATING LOCATIONS & HOURS

TOBAY Beach & Marina

Ocean Parkway, Massapequa
(516) 679-3900
Ocean and bayside beaches, transient marina, spray park, playgrounds, restaurants.
Open Weekends ONLY May 25, 2024
Open Daily June 22, 2024- September 2, 2024

Harry Tappen Beach, Marina and Pool

Shore Road, Glenwood Landing
(516) 674-7100
Beach, restaurants, picnic area, kayak racks, boat launching ramp, 267-slip marina, playground, swimming pool and half-court basketball. To request a waiting list application for Harry Tappen Marina, please call the Beaches office at (516) 797-4110.
Open Daily June 22, 2024- September 2, 2024

Theodore Roosevelt Memorial Park and Beach

Larrabee Avenue, Oyster Bay
(516) 624-6202
Beach, playground, boat launching ramp, kayaking. To request a waiting list application for Theodore Roosevelt Marina please call the Beaches office at (516) 797-4110.
Open Weekends ONLY May 25, 2024
Open Daily June 22, 2024- September 2, 2024

John J. Burns Park

4990 Merrick Road, Massapequa
(516) 797-7980
Seasonal Beach sticker sales, boat launching ramps, kayak launching, no swimming.
Open Daily June 22, 2024- September 2, 2024

Beekman Beach

West End Avenue, Oyster Bay
Passive Park, Kayak/Dinghy Rentals.
Open Daily June 22, 2024- September 2, 2024

Centre Island Beaches

Bayville Avenue/Centre Island Road, Bayville
(516) 624-6123
Long Island Sound and bayside swimming, kayak launching.
Open Weekends ONLY May 25, 2024
Open Daily June 22, 2024- September 2, 2024

Charles E. Ransom Beach

Bayville Avenue, Bayville
(516) 624-6160
Long Island Sound swimming, playground.
Open Daily June 22, 2024- September 2, 2024

Philip B. Healey Beach

Florence Ave, Massapequa
(516) 797-7994
Beach, playground, splash pad.
Open Weekends ONLY May 25, 2024
Open Daily June 22, 2024- September 2, 2024

Stehli Beach

Bayville Ave, Bayville
(516) 624-6125
Long Island Sound swimming, kayak launching.
Open Daily June 22, 2024- September 2, 2024

Alhambra Park

Alhambra Road, Massapequa
Kayak and canoe launching, no swimming.
Open Daily June 22, 2024- September 2, 2024

BEACH FEES

**Early sale of Beach Stickers begins Saturday, May 11, 2024 ONLY at John J. Burns Park, TOBAY Beach & Theodore Roosevelt Park 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM daily.**

*STICKERS ARE VALID FOR THE APPLICANT’S VEHICLE ONLY*

*ALL CREDENTIALS MUST MATCH THE NAME AND ADDRESS ON THE APPLICANT’S DRIVERS LICENSE (P.O. BOX NOT ACCEPTED)*

*TEMPORARY REGISTRATIONS NOT ACCEPTED*

Daily Entry Fee for All TOB Beaches: $20

Town of Oyster Bay resident must be in the vehicle and show a valid NYS driver’s license with residency in the Town of Oyster Bay.

Seasonal Stickers: $60 per vehicle

Resident can bring the vehicle they would like the sticker placed on (parking stickers are placed on the vehicle at the time of purchase) along with a valid NYS driver’s license with residency in the Town of Oyster Bay, their vehicle registration and payment to any Beach facility or John J. Burns Park Boat Ramps

Senior Citizen: Free

A TOB resident over the age of 60 can go to any beach facility and show their driver’s license with residency in the Town of Oyster Bay and their vehicle registration from their car window. A parking sticker will then be adhered to their vehicle. After receiving the sticker, the senior resident MUST be present in the vehicle for entry each visit. If visiting the beach in another vehicle, resident seniors can show their driver’s license and receive a free day pass.

Disabled/Disabled Veterans/Social Security: Free

A TOB resident must show their TOB Permanently Disabled Persons ID Card (which can be obtained at the Town Clerk’s Office) or SSC ID card, driver’s license with residency in the Town of Oyster Bay and their vehicle registration. A parking sticker will then be adhered to the vehicle.

Dual Residency

Residents with dual residency (primary residency must be in the TOB) can apply for a waiver online. Once approved, you will be mailed a waiver. A waiver must be brought to the beach to acquire a seasonal beach parking sticker.

APPLY FOR A DUAL RESIDENCY WAIVER

Resident Discount Stickers: $30

Discounted seasonal beach stickers are available for Town of Oyster Bay Volunteer Firefighters, Auxiliary Police, Active Military, USCG Auxiliary, and Veterans. Eligible applicants can apply online. Once approved, you will be mailed a waiver. A waiver must be brought to the beach to acquire a seasonal beach parking sticker.

APPLY FOR A RESIDENT DISCOUNT WAIVER

Clean Pass Vehicles:

The Town’s Green Pass Beach Parking Permits are available for Town residents that drive clean pass eligible vehicle(s). For more information, call (516) 624-6332 to obtain a waiver from the Town Clerk’s Office

Non-Resident Wantagh FD: $60 Seasonal Sticker (valid at TOBAY Only)

Members of the Wantagh Fire Department can apply for a waiver online. Once approved, you will be mailed a waiver. A waiver must be brought to the beach to acquire a seasonal beach parking sticker.

APPLY FOR A WANTAGH FD WAIVER

Replacement Beach Parking Stickers:

Returned Leased Vehicle:

Before returning your vehicle, please remove the sticker from the vehicle and place the pieces on a piece of plain paper. Bring your new vehicle with the same license plate and the original sticker to the location you purchased it from and they will issue you a replacement.

Long Term Vehicle Repairs or Accident: (Temporary pass must be printed out and be placed visibly on the passenger side dashboard when visiting the beach)

Please email the following documents to the Beaches Division at beaches@oysterbay-ny.gov:

  • Invoice AND letter from your mechanic identifying the vehicle by make, model, license plate, work being done and anticipated competition time.
  • Photo of the previously purchased sticker on the vehicle
  • Driver’s license
  • Loaner agreement
  • Information of temporary vehicle (make, model and License plate).

*Please indicate whether or not you prefer your temporary pass emailed or mailed to you*

Night Surf Fishing:

Free for Town of Oyster Bay Residents ($50 processing fee for Non-Residents) looking to fish at a Town of Oyster Bay beach between the hours of 7 PM and 7 AM. Non-resident applicants must have a resident sponsor. Permits expire at the end of the year, applicants must reapply annually.

APPLY FOR A NIGHT FISHING PERMIT

BOATING & MARINA FEES

Kayak Racks Rentals

Kayak Racks: $200 (Residents Only)
Skull racks: $300 (Available at Centre Island Beach, residents ONLY)

Residents interested in enjoying time on the water can store their kayaks in racks conveniently located on the north shore. Rack rentals are based on a first-come, first-served basis. There are no guarantees that racks will be available. Applications will be processed in the order they are received.

APPLY FOR A RACK RENTAL

Winter Storage

In-water winter storage is available at Harry Tappen (Glenwood Landing) and Theodore Roosevelt (Oyster Bay) Marinas. The winter storage season runs from December 1 to March 31.

Residents Fee: $30 per foot
Resident Baymen: $15 per foot
Daily late removal/ penalty fee: $50

APPLY FOR WINTER STORAGE

Launching Ramps

Launching Ramps are located at John J. Burns Town Park, Theodore Roosevelt Memorial Beach, and Harry Tappen Beach.

Residents Fees:
Seasonal trailer sticker: $65.00
Daily (no trailer sticker): $25.00
Commercial (for boaters who drop off/pick up private vessels): $400.00
Resident Senior Citizen Seasonal Trailer Sticker: Free

Resident seniors must present a valid NYS driver’s license with residency in the Town of Oyster Bay and their vehicle registration.

North Shore Marinas

Summer Season at North Shore Marinas begins April 8, 2024 with full payment due by March 1, 2024.

There is currently a waitlist for both Theodore Roosevelt Marina and Harry Tappen Marina. Residents can acquire a waitlist application by calling the Beaches Division office at (516) 797-4110 or emailing beaches@oysterbay-ny.gov. Non-Residents cannot request a place on the Wait List but can call the Beaches Division to inquire about any openings at Tappen Marina.

Theodore Roosevelt Marina (Residents Only)
Larrabee Avenue, Oyster Bay
(516) 624-6202

Resident Fees: $100 per foot
Daily late removal/ penalty fee: $50
*FEES INCLUDE ELECTRIC*

Harry Tappen Marina (Residents Only)
Shore Road, Glenwood Landing
(516) 674-7100

Resident Fees:
14′- 17′: $55/foot
18′- 24′: $65/foot
25′ & up: $80/foot
Daily late removal/ penalty fee: $50
*FEES INCLUDE ELECTRIC*

South Shore Marina

Joseph J. Saladino Memorial Marina at TOBAY

A transient boat basin situated in South Oyster Bay via the TOBAY heading. Facilities are restricted to Town of Oyster Bay resident boat owners or lessee of boats who submit proof of ownership and residency. This Marina is open to RESIDENTS ONLY; non-residents are not permitted.

Residents who are frequent visitors can apply for a TOBAY Marina Membership online through the Town’s Resident Portal. Applications and required documents must be submitted online.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

  • North Shore Marina Applications are for returning seasonal slip holders and those awarded a slip from the waitlist ONLY. To request a waiting list application for Harry Tappen Marina or Theodore Roosevelt Marina, please call the Beaches office at (516) 797-4110.
  • All vessels occupying a Town Marina must possess a valid New York State Registration. New York State Vehicle and Traffic Law, Title 11, Article 48, Section 2251 requires all vessels in New York waters to be registered. United States Coast Guard documentation cannot be used in place of a New York State vessel registration. Temporary registrations will not be accepted.
  • All deadlines for receipt of various documents and required payment must be met. No extensions will be granted. Failure to do so will result in the revocation of the tenant’s assigned slip.
  • Bills must be paid on or before their due date, failure to do so will result in a daily $50 penalty fee. Any late charges and legal fees incurred in collecting any sums due will be added to the balance due.
  • One or more boat slips may be reserved for emergency purposes or other uses as directed by the Commissioner of Parks.
  • One boat slip will be allocated to the County of Nassau for the use of a County Police Boat, without payment of fee for the year.
  • All boats and boating equipment docked, berthed, located or left at Town facilities are so left at the sole risk of the owner of said boats or equipment and permission to so dock, berth or locate such property is conditioned upon the owner’s acceptance of said risk. All boat and boating equipment owners are reminded to obtain adequate insurance before making use of Town facilities.
  • Senior rates apply to those residents 60 years or older whose name appears as the owner on the vessel registration. To receive the discount at Joseph J. Saladino Memorial Marina at TOBAY, boater must have a TOBAY Membership.
  • Town rules, regulations and ordinances have been promulgated to create fairness among the members of the boating public. Violators of these rules, regulations and ordinances will be subject to revocation of the license pursuant to these conditions and denied the use of all Town facilities.
  • All requests for refunds of fees must be made in writing and submitted to the Department of Parks. All refunds will be subject to the approval of the Commissioner of Parks.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How do I obtain a Seasonal Beach Sticker?

Bring the vehicle you would like the sticker placed on along with a valid NYS driver’s license with residency in the Town of Oyster Bay, vehicle registration and payment to any Beach facility or John J. Burns Park Boat Ramps. Beach Stickers are not available at any Town Hall facility.

*STICKER ARE VALID FOR THE APPLICANT’S VEHICLE ONLY*

*ALL CREDENTIALS MUST MATCH THE NAME AND ADDRESS ON THE APPLICANT’S DRIVERS LICENSE (P.O. BOX NOT ACCEPTED)*

*TEMPORARY REGISTRATIONS NOT ACCEPTED*

Are seasonal beach stickers available for purchase at the Beach Division office?

No. Seasonal stickers for beaches are only available at our beach facilities and John J. Burns Park.

How can Seniors access Town of Oyster Bay Beaches for free?

A TOB resident over the age of 60 can go to any beach facility and show their driver’s license with residency in the Town of Oyster Bay and their vehicle registration from their car window. A parking sticker will then be adhered to their vehicle. After receiving the sticker, the senior resident MUST be present in the vehicle for entry each visit. If visiting the beach in another vehicle, resident seniors can show their driver’s license and receive a free day pass.

*STICKER ARE VALID FOR THE APPLICANT’S VEHICLE ONLY*

*ALL CREDENTIALS MUST MATCH THE NAME AND ADDRESS ON THE APPLICANT’S DRIVERS LICENSE (P.O. BOX NOT ACCEPTED)*

*TEMPORARY REGISTRATIONS NOT ACCEPTED*

What if my car is registered to my job? Can I still get a sticker?

Yes. You can obtain a special waiver online through the Parks Portal. The following documents must be uploaded when applying:

  • Letter from your employer, on company letterhead, stating that the company car is assigned to you, your primary means of transportation, are allowed to use the vehicle for recreational purposes and that it is not a pool vehicle (vehicle shared by employees)
  • Valid NYS Driver’s License with residency in the Town of Oyster Bay
  • Vehicle registration (Temporary registrations not accepted)
  • Current Town of Oyster Bay Tax Bill and ONE Utility Bill OR a Notarized Lease Agreement and TWO Utility Bills

*VEHICLES MUST BE REGISTERED UNDER A COMPANY OR CORPORATION NAME*

I have dual residences, but my primary residence is in the Town of Oyster Bay. Can I get a sticker?

Yes. You can obtain a special waiver online through the Parks Portal. The following documents must be uploaded when applying:

  • Valid Driver’s License with residency in the Town of Oyster Bay
  • Vehicle registration (Temporary registrations not accepted)
  • Current Town of Oyster Bay Tax Bill and ONE utility bill OR a notarized lease agreement and TWO utility bills

*STICKER ARE VALID FOR THE APPLICANT’S VEHICLE ONLY*

*ALL CREDENTIALS MUST MATCH THE NAME AND ADDRESS ON THE APPLICANT’S DRIVERS LICENSE (P.O. BOX NOT ACCEPTED)*

 Can I obtain a 4×4 vehicle permit to drive on the Beach?

No, the Town of Oyster Bay DOES NOT allow any non-authorized vehicles to drive onto any of our beaches.