For more information, contact the Town of Riverhead at 631-727-3200 or townofriverheadny.gov.

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Jamesport:

Iron Pier Beach
Location: Bay beach, 500 Pier Avenue
Parking: Riverhead Town permit required
Amenities: Lifeguard (10 a.m.–5 p.m.), restroom, concessions, playground, beach wheelchairs, picnic table
Restrictions During Open Hours (6 a.m.–10 p.m.): No fishing, no beach driving
Restrictions at All Times: No dogs
Inside scoop: Beach driving is allowed with a permit.

South Jamesport Beach
Location: Bay beach, End of Pye Lane
Parking: Riverhead Town permit required
Amenities: Lifeguard (10 a.m.–5 p.m.), restroom, concessions, picnic table, playground, basketball court, tennis court, beach wheelchairs
Restrictions During Open Hours (6 a.m.–10 p.m.): No fishing, no beach driving
Restrictions at All Times: No dogs
Inside scoop: 3,000 feet on Peconic Bay, featuring shallow waters for small children, handicap access and a snack shack.

Riverhead Hamlet:

Reeve’s Beach
Location: Bay beach, End of Park Road
Parking: Riverhead Town permit required
Amenities: Restroom
Restrictions During Open Hours (6 a.m.–10 p.m.): No fishing, no beach driving
Restrictions at All Times: No dogs
Inside scoop: The 2.2-mile beach is a great spot for walking and birding

Wading River:

Wading River Beach
Location: Bay beach, 230 Creek Road
Parking: Riverhead Town permit required
Amenities: Restroom, playground, boat ramp
Restrictions During Open Hours (6 a.m.–10 p.m.): No fishing, no beach driving
Restrictions at All Times: No dogs
Inside scoop: There are several nearby restaurants to patronize after a long day in the sun.