Explore Long Island Waters and Aquaculture

Family fishing charter boat off the coast of Long Island

Explore Long Island Waters And Aquaculture in 4 Days

With 120 miles of shoreline, fishing and boating on Long Island is a popular activity. From renting private charters to fishing off the pier or shoreline, Long Island is the perfect setting to haul in some fresh catch. Here are our top picks for a trip of waterfront adventures on LI.

Tiki Boat Long Island

Welcome aboard the Tiki Boat “Enchanted”! This brand-new vessel is designed as a bar/nightclub on the water! With a capacity up to 30 guests, this custom-built masterpiece is crafted with meticulous attention to detail. It features a unique u-shaped bar with 12 mounted bar stools.

Coastal Research and Education Society of Long Island, Inc.

Services Provided: whale watches, seal walks, expertise on cetaceans (whales, dolphins, and porpoises) and pinnipeds (seals) of NY and surrounding areas; whale observation and research cruises; pelagic bird cruises; Marine Discovery cruises; seal walks and cruises; field trips, and lectures.

The Ocean Bay House

The Ocean Bay House is a boutique Bed and Breakfast centrally located on the South Shore of Long Island in the historic town of Bay Shore. Situated on Watchogue Creek, this stunning 1800’s colonial was carefully restored in 2017 and features nine guest rooms with ensuite bathrooms.

Captree State Park

Day 2

Captree State Park lies at the eastern tip of Jones Beach Island in the heart of the fishing grounds. Captree is a fisherman’s haven and a picnicker’s delight. The park features a boat basin with open and charter boats available for fishing, as well as scuba diving, sightseeing and excursion boats.

Family enjoying a bonfire on a Long Island beach

Camping Option

Hecksher State Park located on the Great South Bay is an ideal camping spot. Go boating, swimming, or hiking. Stay at one of their camp sites or rent a cottage.

Shinnecock Inlet

The inlet features a tight channel at the Shinnecock East County Park, connecting Shinnecock Bay to the Atlantic Ocean. The fall is a great time for fishing here. This area is known for its large bass, blackfish, bluefish, false albacore, Spanish mackerel.

Southampton Inn

The Southampton Inn's 90 luxury rooms are set on 5 manicured acres in Southampton village, within walking distance to village restaurants, boutiques, museums, galleries and nightlife. Claude's Restaurant is open year round for Daily Breakfast and Weekend Brunch.

Camping Option

Set up camp at Sears Bellows County Park located in the Long Island Pine Barrens. Rent a rowboat and go fishing on the freshwater pond.

Montauk Point State Park

Montauk Point State Park, a heavily-wooded tundra leading to the eastern tip of Long Island and the historic Montauk Lighthouse, offers some of the best surf fishing in the world. The view is unique, because, when the water is calm, visitors can clearly see the "race" of converging tides .

Duryea's

Our restaurants embrace their iconic reputation as casual seaside gems while embodying a chic and festive ambiance fueled by long, lazy rosé-filled days and nights. The Duryea's experience embraces a time-honored tradition of clipboard orders placed at a cashier window.

Camping Option

Camp on the ocean at Hither Hills State Park. With scenic picnic areas and fireplaces, sport fishing, a sandy ocean beach, playing fields and more. In addition to tent and RV sites, Easten L.I. Kampgrounds has luxury Safari Tents, Cabin Suites, an archery range, an outdoor RC track, moonlight theater and more.

Laurel Lake – Peconic Bay

Laurel Lake is fed by the Peconic River and is an incredibly serene area. You can fish around the perimeter or rent a small boat, but be ready to carry it as the lake is only accessible by foot. This spot is great for early morning and dusk fishing.

Greenport Fishing

Greenport has a rich maritime history by grace of its unusually deep water ports which made it an ideal stop for international whaling ships. Today, the waters teem with fluke, flounder and bass as well as offer a variety of shellfish including mussels, clams and scallops.

East End Charters

Take the ferry from Greenport over to Shelter Island for the day for scenic views and salty air. Private sailing charters and weekly ticketed sails for 1-32 guests. Step aboard the schooner Bonnie Lynn or classic yacht Surprise for an unforgettable experience on the beautiful waters of the East End!

Couple browsing a boutique storefront in the Hamptons, Long Island

Greenport Village

Enjoy walking around Greenport village and its quaint waterfront shops and restaurants.

Tiki Boat Long Island

Coastal Research and Education Society of Long Island, Inc.

The Ocean Bay House

Camping Option

Shinnecock Inlet

Southampton Inn

Camping Option

Montauk Point State Park

Duryea's

Camping Option

Laurel Lake – Peconic Bay

Greenport Fishing

East End Charters

Greenport Village

Things To Do

Where To Stay

Walkable Downtowns

Explore Long Island Waters and Aquaculture