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AccessibilityGreat Kills Park
Beaches
Cedar Grove Beach
Ebbitts Street and Cedar Grove Avenue
(718) 987-2060
The city's newest beach is a converted oceanfront bungalow colony. This charming beach with its clear views of the Manhattan Bridge is smaller and somewhat more tranquil than its neighbors, Midland Beach and South Beach, and is popular with the area's families.
Beach Hours
During beach season, lifeguards are on duty daily, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Swimming is prohibited when lifeguards are not on duty and in closed sections. Closed sections are marked with signs and/or red flags.
Beach Rules
Download Cedar Grove Beach Rules (PDF 1.4 MB)
Summer beach hours: 10:00 a.m. through 6:00 p.m.
This is an accessible beach. Beach mats are available for wheelchair access.
Amenities
New York City beaches have closed for the season, and will re-open to swimming on May 25, 2019.
About NYC Public Beaches
NYC Parks maintains 14 miles of beaches. During beach season, lifeguards are on duty daily, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Swimming is prohibited when lifeguards are not on duty and in closed sections. Closed sections are marked with signs and/or red flags.
Safety
Water Quality Advisories or Closures - Visit the NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene’s New York City Area Beaches page for water quality advisories or closures before you head to the beach.
Be WaterSafe - 10 Tips to Stay Water Safe in New York
Rip Currents - Safety tips and information provided by The National Weather Service regarding the dangers of rip currents.
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