Overview
Robert Moses State Park sits on the curved end of Fire Island and has the easiest access and parking of any break in the city area. It's a sand-bottom beach break offering both lefts and rights, split into four fields that each surf a little differently. The most easterly lot picks up the most swell, while the western end faces more south, so it runs smaller, though the curve of the beach can line up clean lefts down towards Democrat Point.
When It Works
The park draws swell from east to south (E-S), with southeast (SE) the best direction, and it works from 0.6 m / 2 ft to 3 m / 10 ft. Consistency is moderate, so it pays to be ready when the swell lines up. The middle lots can throw up a fun mid-tide shorey that breaks close to the sand with hollow, thumping sections; when the swell is up, an outer sandbar takes over and holds the ever-shifting peaks.
Wind and Tide
Look for northwest (NW) offshore wind. It can work through low, mid, and high tide, with a rising tide generally the better call.
Local Tips
This is an approachable, beginner-friendly beach break, but expect a busy lineup when it's on and plenty of current to contend with once you're out.
Access
Each large car park comes with full facilities, including restrooms, showers, a lifeguard, and a surf shop. Parking is paid.
