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Wades Beach
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Shelter Island
Wades Beach
Shelter Island
Budget
$
Lifeguards
Lifeguard services available in season (hours not published)
Restrooms
Yes
Food
No
Best at midday (N-facing)
Live cam
No live cam — nearest cam: Kirk Park Beach (20.0 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AM | ||||||||||||
| Day |
Off-leash OKLeash requiredNo dogs
Riptide notes
Calm bay; low hazard.
Best conditions
Quiet, gentle water; ideal for kids.
Accessibility
- Accessible parking
Community
LGBTQ+ friendly
Limited dog access
Parking
Permit needed: ParkMobile day pass $35 (zone 61200, daily) or Town permit — weekly $90/monthly $170/seasonal $325 · required May 15–Sept 15
Need to know if your address qualifies for a permit that parks here?
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