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You will find Plumb Beach (Gateway National Recreation Area) in New York, NY, listed here as a beach.
Reviews lean positive — 4.2 out of 5 across 922 Google reviews.
It keeps the same hours every day — 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM — which makes planning simple. And if it does not suit, 13 more beaches in New York are listed further down this page.
The quick take
Drawn from this listing's ratings, amenities, hours and how it stacks up against other beaches in New York.
What works
Solid local standing
A 4.2 average from 922 reviews puts it comfortably above the middle of the pack.
Open every day
The same hours all week (9:00 AM – 6:00 PM), so there is no schedule to memorise.
Easy to pair with a second stop
13 other beaches sit in the same city, so a wash-out here need not waste the trip.
An official site to check first
Whoever runs this beach posts schedules, closures and events there.
Worth knowing first
Parking is undocumented
No lot or street parking is recorded against this listing. Assume you are hunting for a kerbside spot.
A narrow window to fit it in
Open 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM and no longer — it has to land inside the working day.
Strongly seasonal
Swimming season, lifeguard cover and concessions are all warm-weather only. Out of season this is a windy walk — which may be exactly what you are after, but go in knowing it.
Planning a visit
General guidance for beaches, adjusted for what this listing records.
What to expect
Sand, water, and however much shade you thought to bring with you.
A good fit for swimmers, sunbathers and families willing to haul a cooler.
When to go
Weekday mornings are the sweet spot. Check the tide and the lifeguard schedule before you swim. The gates are open 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM.
What to bring
- Towel and sunscreen
- Cash or an app for parking
- Water — concessions are seasonal
Hours
- Monday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Thursday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Friday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Saturday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Sunday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
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Common questions about Plumb Beach (Gateway National Recreation Area)
What is Plumb Beach (Gateway National Recreation Area)?
Plumb Beach (Gateway National Recreation Area) is a beach in New York, NY.
What are the opening hours at Plumb Beach (Gateway National Recreation Area)?
Plumb Beach (Gateway National Recreation Area) is open 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM every day of the week.
Is there parking at Plumb Beach (Gateway National Recreation Area)?
No parking is recorded for Plumb Beach (Gateway National Recreation Area). Expect to look for street parking nearby.
How is Plumb Beach (Gateway National Recreation Area) rated?
Plumb Beach (Gateway National Recreation Area) holds 4.2 out of 5 stars from 922 Google reviews.
What else is nearby?
New York has 13 other beaches listed on AllParx, including Plumb Beach Channel, Brighton Beach and Coney Island Beach.
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