Smith Point County Park, near Shirley, New York, is a fantastic spot for those looking to enjoy beach camping with all the comforts of home. With sites that offer stunning views of the bay and easy access to the beach, it’s a prime location for sunbathing, swimming, and soaking up the ocean breeze.

The campground is equipped with essential amenities like clean restrooms, showers, and electric hookups, making it a breeze to set up your RV or tent. Campers rave about the cozy fire pits and picnic tables, perfect for evening gatherings. One visitor described it as “paradise,” highlighting the close proximity to the beach and the delightful visits from local deer.

For those who love the outdoors, the park offers a short walk to both the ocean and the bay, giving you the best of both worlds. While some sites are a bit close together, the vibrant atmosphere and friendly campers create a lively environment. Just be prepared for some noise, as families often enjoy late-night campfire chats and laughter.

If you’re planning a visit, keep in mind that this spot is popular among Suffolk County residents, and stays are limited to one week at a time. Whether you’re here for a quick getaway or a longer stay, Smith Point County Park is a great choice for a memorable camping experience.

Smith Point, on the Fire Island barrier beach, is a haven for sportsmen, surfers and beach lovers. An extremely popular facility, the park's white sands, rolling Atlantic surf and adjoining camping facility attract Suffolk County residents and tourists each summer season. Reservations are required for all the sites in the campground. All sites have water, and many have electric hookups and sewers. Outer beach camping is available on first come, first served basis, beach conditions permitting.

A nationally recognized team of lifeguards makes Smith Point its home base, providing ocean visitors with an extra-special safety feature.

Off-road vehicles, with permit only, may drive on the eastern portion of the outer beach. All beach-goers are advised to respect the marked, protective fencing around the nest sites of endangered shorebirds inhabiting the ocean and bay beaches.

Smith Point County Park

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I love this campground! A short walk from the ocean to the bay, both accessible by walking from your campsite.  No shade so be prepared to wake early if you’re in a sweltering tent.  Staff has been great, no complaints.  Also note this is not a quiet campground, campers stay up late drinking by the fire.  Kids of all ages are generally running and playing day and night in the loud and unreserved way they do.  People are friendly and its a great place to spend your summer nights.

Beautiful

The park police are a bunch of over masculine jerks and take their duty a little too far with the drinking. Otherwise, it’s perfect. Just make sure to bring a can of bug spray!

Perfect except for one thing

Great first experience. Had onsite bathrooms and showers that were clean. 1 minute walk over the dune to the Atlantic ocean. Will definitely be back. 
(Only have it 4 stars because I don’t have anything to compare to)

Beachfront Camping 

Close sites with no privacy.  Short walk to beach. 

Beach camping

Spent a week while travel nursing. Quiet and peaceful. Lots of sand!😂

1 week, nice place.

Stayed at site 12. Sites are great overlooking the bay. Bathroom lights are bright. 10 would be better.  I also like the corner sites as they are bigger. The 230-70 overlook the ocean which is great.   Little pricey compared to nys parks. Electric and water is nice for pop up. 


Great park for beach  

Camping on the beach with all the amenities. 
At nite an ice cream truck comes by, you get visits from the nearby deer. 
It is paradise. 
ONLY DRAWBACKS,
1- YOU HAVE TO BE A RESIDENT 
OF SUFFOLK CO, NY
2- ONE WEEK STAY AT A TIME. PERIOD.
After staying there, you'll wish all campgrounds were like this.

FANTASTIC!!!!

Our 36ft motorhome backed up to a raised balcony overlooking the bay. Less than 100 feet from the front of our site was the beach and the Atlantic Ocean view. A stones throw away was one of several shower and rest room buildings. Clean and well lit. Our site had a trex picnic table on a cement patio. An on site firepit was cozy at night. A general store, complete with an ice cream shop window, on the grounds was a treat. And sweet deer. I watcheda momma deer nursing two of her babies. This is paradise.

Paradise

Truly great spot. Amazing sites with plenty of room, though they are close together. But was worth it for the amenities and fantastic views. Stayed on the bayside (site 30), which had a fantastic direct bay view. Although most sites have views of the bay, some are blocked by seagrass (for example site 28 - huge corner spot but the flat spot to park has an obstructed view). Literally steps to the beach. 

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