CBS New York: Best Beaches

Hey everyone, we're also writing about New York for CBS New York. Periodically we'll link to content here that we produced there.

New York City has 14 miles of beaches, from beauties in the Bronx to the historical sands of Brooklyn to surfing in Queens. They’re all open from Memorial Day to Labor Day, and they’re all free. (Note: due to restoration efforts as a result of Hurricane Sandy, some areas might be closed. Check the construction schedule before you go.) What follows are five of our favorites, fun for sunbathing, great for swimming, and perfect for a lazy summer day [read more].