Gay Beaches & Parks in New York City

It's a must

You cannot go to New York without taking in Central Park. All four seasons offer the best New York moments. Central...

Midtown · 14 E. 60th Street, New York

• outdoor seating
• mixed LGBTQ+
• mixed gay/straight
• $
• park

The nude beach, East Coast style

Gunnison Beach is part of Sandy Hook, New Jersey. A short ride from New York City, Sandy Hook is the spot to show off...

254 State Route 36, Highlands

• mixed LGBTQ+
• mixed gay/straight

Just a ferry ride away

Check out our expanded Fire Island city guide with more information, more photos and more fans...

41 River Road, Sayville

Legendary Gay Historical Site

The Christopher Street Piers have been notorious for cruising since, well, since gay men have...

West Village · Christopher Street, New York

• outdoor seating
• park

Queer side of Jones Beach

The gay section is about a 30 minute walk East from Field Six, near the sign for Tobay Beach of the Town of Oyster Bay....

Queens · Jones Beach State Park, Wantagh

• mixed LGBTQ+
• mixed gay/straight

LBGTQ+ literary history

After your screenings for the day, head to Tompkins Square Park in the East Village. This area is full of incredible...

New York

• family-friendly
• pet-friendly
• park
• casual

Can summer last forever?

Named for the acclaimed journalist, Riis beach attracts a fun group of New Yorkers all summer long...but in particular...

Queens · Jacob Riis Park Road, Far Rockaway

• outdoor seating
• mixed gay/straight
• $
• park
• casual
• lively
• beach
• public