Smith Point Outer Beach Update
Please be advised that the Outer Beach at Smith Point is currently closed due to high tides. Parks’ staff will continue to evaluate and monitor the conditions daily.
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Smith Point Beach – September Nor’easter update
Smith Point Beach, Cupsogue and Meschutt have taken a beating from the recent nor’easter. Powerful waves and coastal flooding caused significant beach and dune erosion, with waves reaching well beyond our regular shoreline. Portions of the beach-access stairs were damaged and washed away. Cupsogue managed to retain a fair amount of its sand through the […]
Read More Smith Point Beach – September Nor’easter updateNor’Easter?
Nor’easter Update 9/27/25 at 2 PM: Smith Point Meschutt Beach Nor’easter Update 9/26/25 at 9 AM: Standing along the shoreline at Smith Point, you can see the ocean has changed. The waves are bigger, stronger, and breaking all the way to the barrier. The ‘tide’ also appears way higher than normal. It is a reminder […]
Read More Nor’Easter?2026 Summer Season is over
And just like that, the 2026 Summer Season has come to a close. While the season may be over, safety never takes a break. Please remember to be cautious whenever you head to the beach or pool. Always make smart choices, respect the water, and most importantly — remember … always swim near a lifeguard! Beach […]
Read More 2026 Summer Season is overLabor Day 2026
The Labor Day Weekend is upon us, and unfortunately it marks the end of the 2026 summer season! Cupsogue and Meschutt bathing areas will be closed after Monday. Lifeguards will not be on duty. The Smith Point bathing area will remain open on the weekends only of September 12th – 13th and September 19th – […]
Read More Labor Day 2026Tornado/Waterspout formed off Long Island?
While tornadoes are uncommon off Long Island, waterspouts can occasionally form over the Atlantic Ocean or Long Island Sound, especially during the summer months. Long Island had one watersprout formed approximately three years ago over South shore waters. August is one of the more active months for tornado activity in the region. Yesterday, however, it […]
Read More Tornado/Waterspout formed off Long Island?New Smith Point Bridge Will Bring Safer, Stronger Connection to the Park
Suffolk County is replacing the aging Smith Point Bridge with a new, state-of-the-art bridge that will be built just west of the existing structure. The new bridge will carry William Floyd Parkway (CR 46) over Narrow Bay and into Smith Point County Park, creating a safer, stronger, and more reliable connection for the community. The […]
Read More New Smith Point Bridge Will Bring Safer, Stronger Connection to the ParkHigh rip current risk at Suffolk County Beaches
The Suffolk County Office of Emergency Management has issued a high rip current risk through Saturday evening for both southwest and southeast Suffolk County. Officials are urging everyone to stay out of the surf until conditions improve. Rip currents have already led to numerous rescues across Long Island. On Friday, lifeguards rescued 46 people at […]
Read More High rip current risk at Suffolk County Beaches46 Rescues at Smith Point
Safety was the top priority throughout the day, and our lifeguards made sure every beachgoer had the safest experience possible. Our lifeguards successfully helped 46 people reach safety and return home to their families and friends today. Throughout the day, the guards were on point, constantly entering and leaving the water, responding quickly whenever help […]
Read More 46 Rescues at Smith PointOuter Beach rescue response, saves three
At approximately 3:00 p.m., a beachgoer ran to the lifeguard stand and reported that three people were caught in a strong rip current about a half mile east of the main lifeguard stand. Lifeguards responded immediately using the 4×4 rescue vehicle. Once they arrived, they quickly jumped out, ran into the surf, and rescued all […]
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