Due to an offshore storm creating heavy surf, strong winds and elevated tides, portions of the beach west of Smith Point have become impassable to vehicles. Recreational driving will be closed through Wednesday and conditions will be assessed on Thursday.
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.
West Nile Virus has been detected at the Carrington Tract from mosquito samples collected on September 30, 2026. Increased surveillance of mosquitoes in the area will continue. It is recommended visitors limit or forego outdoor activities between dusk and dawn.
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.
Fire Island National Seashore
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.