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Meschutt Beach County Park
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Meschutt Beach County Park
Hampton Bays
Budget
$
Lifeguards
10am-5pm summer
Restrooms
Yes
Food
Yes
Best at midday (N-facing)
Live cam
No live cam — nearest cam: Kirk Park Beach (30.2 miles)
Dog policy by month
Top row = early morning. Bottom row = daytime.
| Time | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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Off-leash OKLeash requiredNo dogs
Riptide notes
Calm bay water on Great Peconic Bay - gentle for kids, no ocean surf.
Best conditions
Bay beach at the Shinnecock Canal with a beach hut, calm water, and the easiest parking rules west of the canal.
Accessibility
- Accessible parking
Community
LGBTQ+ friendly
Limited dog access
Parking
Permit needed: Suffolk County day fee · $10 resident / $20 non-resident, Green Key discount
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