Ocean Beach, Fire Island: A Day Trip Guide

Ocean Beach is beautiful not just because of the beach, but also because of the community.Ocean Beach is a part of Fire Island, but makes up one of the larger communities on the Island. There’s no driving or biking allowed on Ocean Beach, so you’ll find yourself in a place that will have you active whether it’s walking around enjoying the sight of beautiful homes, visiting local shops and stands, enjoying festivals, or heading to a local restaurant or pub for great food and nightlife fun! It’s a destination suitable for time to yourself, as a couple, or with the family!

If you're looking for the perfect place to get away for a day of relaxation, sunshine, and fun, then head over to Ocean Beach this Summer, and enjoy one of Long Island's favorite local destinations!

To Check Out LongIsland.com's Ocean Beach Fun Guide, click here!

Photo by LongIsland.com reader Joy Raines.

Reel in a Big One by Chartering or Renting a Fishing Boat

Who doesn't love fishing? Here on Long Island, enjoying a relaxing afternoon of cruising along on the Long Island Sound or the Great South Bay as you get your fish on on one of LI's numerous party boats is a Summer Activity no Long Islander would want to miss out on! Party Boats take all the hassle out of fishing on the water - they take care of the boat, fishing licensing, and many even offer lunch options, and will even clean & fillet your catch for you! If enjoying a relaxing afternoon of fishing, fresh air, and fun on a charter boat sounds like the perfect Summer afternoon to you, then be sure to click the link below, and set sail for fun this Summer!

Get the Scoop on Planning Your Summer Fishing Trip here!

LongIsland.com's 2015 July Family Fun Guide: Fireworks, Festivals, Fairs & Tons of Summer Fun!

July's Fun doesn't stop on the 4th - there's plenty of great local fun to enjoy all month long! As Long Island kicks off Summer, there are TONS of great concerts, festivals, fairs, kids events, and things to do around Long Island that no local would want to miss out on! If you’re worried about the doldrums of Summer setting in after the holiday weekend, don’t - there’s plenty of great things to do all month long, including concerts, car shows, and more Summer Celebrations than you can shake a stick at. Of course if those aren’t your thing, you can always make your way to your favorite local beach for an afternoon of fun in the sun.

For All of Long Island's Best July Fun, Click Here!

LongIsland.com Summer Bucket List 2015: Make the Most Out of Summer Here on Long Island with Tons of Local Fun!

 When it comes to summer, Long Island has it all: beaches, trails, concerts, amusement parks, shopping, and so much more!  Instead of doing the same old things this summer, expand your horizons to all of what the area has to offer.  Make this Summer the best one yet by building your own summer bucket list, and don’t forget to include friends and family in your plans!  There is tons to do for families that will appeal to children and adults alike, such as chartering a fishing boat for the afternoon, traversing the Greenbelt Trail, or even heading indoors to enjoy the air conditioning while bowling on the hottest days.

Whatever your interest, this summer bucket list will certainly stave off the summertime blues!

For the scoop on Long Island's Best Summer Fun, Click Here!