For a spot so close to NYC, surfing in Long Beach, New York is surprisingly fun and the water is reasonably clean.  You can even get here by train from Penn Station.

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Surf

Break Type:  Beach

Gear: Wetsuit (winter/fall)

Ambience:  Big long beach that has a boardwalk and shops close by.  There is no 1 sopt here, just find a sandbar or jetty that looks good and jump in.

Main Surf Spot:  Long Beach

Link to current conditions: Surfline

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Logistics

Public Parking:  No.  Paid street parking only.

Public Showers:  Yes.  Showers here.

Public Restrooms:  Yes.  Same location as showers.

Transportation:  Car or train.

Nearest Airport:  LaGuardia (LGA)

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Alternative Surf Spots

Down the beach or up the beach....

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Area

Lodging:

Long Beach Hotel

Food:

Corazon de Cuba