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Fire Island National Seashore
For Your Safety: Be Careful With Fire
 
Camper at grill in Watch Hill Campground.
A grill is provided with each walk-in campsite at Watch Hill. Be sure to use it safely.

Fire Island National Seashore is composed of several vegetation zones capable of sustaining wildland fires. For this reason, open fires are strictly prohibited anywhere within the park's boundaries.

Barbecuing is permitted only in the park's designated picnic areas where grills have been provided. Never leave a grill unattended and be sure to fully extinguish coals before leaving the picnic area.

For wilderness camping—by permit only—open fires are prohibited; you must bring and use a backcountry stove for cooking.

Fires are not permitted on the beach.

 
Picnic tables, grills and colorful umbrellas on calm bay beach.
Charcoal grills are provided in the park's designated picnic areas for barbecuing. Open fires are prohibited.
Prevention is the best defense against fire. If smoke or other indications of a fire are present, move to a safe location and report to a ranger as soon as possible or call 911.
Group of backpackers walk down boardwalk through tall grasses.
Be Prepared to Carry In Your Gear
Watch Hill Campground is a short hike from the ferry dock.
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Park ranger shows map and permit forms to man in front of information desk.
Backcountry Permit Desk Hours
Wilderness Visitor Center rangers issue permits for wilderness camping.
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Lifeguard stand and rescue buoys are stationed on the beach.  

Did You Know?
Lifeguarded beaches are provided at Fire Island National Seashore during the summer at Watch Hill and Sailors Haven.
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Last Updated: May 26, 2007 at 09:49 EST