Summertime is almost here, folks! That means one thing – the NYC beaches are about to open up for business. Get ready to soak up the sun, sand, and salty sea breeze because all 14 miles of city-run beaches in the five boroughs are completely free and open to the public. Yes, you heard that right – no need to break the bank for a day at the beach!
Starting on the Saturday before Memorial Day, the beaches in New York City and the surrounding tri-state area will be welcoming beachgoers until early September. So, whether you’re in Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, the Bronx, or Staten Island, you’re just a stone’s throw away from a sandy oasis. And don’t worry about safety – lifeguards will be on duty every day from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. They’ve got your back, so you can splash around and enjoy the water without any worries. Just make sure to keep an eye out for those red flags or signs indicating closed sections – safety first, folks!
Now, let’s talk about the nitty-gritty details. Each day during beach season, the sanitary conditions of each beach are closely monitored. That means that depending on how clean or safe the water is, certain sections may be closed off or swimming may be limited. Keep an eye out for those color-coded signs that are posted at every beach entrance. A green sign means it’s all systems go – swimming and wading are A-OK. Yellow means a little caution might be in order – swim at your own risk. And if you see a red sign, well, that’s a no-go zone – swimming and wading are off the table. So, grab your sunscreen, pack a picnic, and head on over to one of NYC’s beautiful beaches for a day of fun in the sun. Summer, here we come!
