Beaches

Asharoken Beach. One of five major beaches in the township of Huntington, Asharoken Beach stretches for 535 feet along Long Island Sound. Asharoken Rd., Northport, New York, 11768. 631/261–7574; 631/351–3089. Parking $15 Memorial Day–Labor Day. Daily 9–7:30.

Crab Meadow Beach. Lifeguards are on duty 10–6 daily at Crab Meadow Beach. Basketball and volleyball courts, a playground, a restaurant, a snack bar, a boardwalk, outdoor showers, and an aid station are set along 1,000 feet of beachfront on Long Island Sound's Northport Bay. 447 Waterside Ave., Northport, New York, 11768. 631/261–7574. Parking $15 Memorial Day–Labor Day. Daily sunrise–sunset.

Hobart Beach. On Huntington Bay, Hobart Beach offers 1,725 feet of shore plus a playground and three boat ramps. Northport, New York, 11768. 631/261–7574; 631/351–3089. $15 Memorial Day–Labor Day. Daily 9–7:30.