The Watch Hill and Wilderness camping experiences require that you walk your gear at least ½ mile from the ferry dock or hike at least 1½ miles into the designated wilderness. You're not able to camp directly on the beach, but the campsites are a short walk over the boardwalk to the beach.
Smith Point County Park is the only place on Fire Island where you may drive your camper or trailer to the site. Limited outer beach camping at Smith Point County Park may also be available for self-contained units, but tents are not allowed on the beach. You may contact the county park directly for more information or reservations.
Smart campers come prepared with good mosquito netting in their tent and over the picnic table.
Fire Island Wilderness You can experience and appreciate the values of wilderness in this thin ribbon of a barrier island. more...
Campers take the Ferry to Watch Hill You may get your wilderness camping permit at the Watch Hill Visitor Center, when staffed. more...
Be Prepared to Carry In Your Gear Watch Hill Campground is a short hike from the ferry dock. more...
Did You Know?
Many boating accidents and drownings are alcohol-related. National Park Service rangers and other officers conduct safe boating checks and enforce boating under the influence (BUI) laws on the Great South Bay.
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