Really great "secret spot" type beach, lots of aquatic life on the shores, hidden paths, sand dunes, marshes and streams. Coming here during low tide is amazing. The water depth doesn't change for a while, you can walk all the way out into the ocean a few hundred feet from shore and you'll still be ankle deep. There are no lifeguards so if you decide to swim, do so at your own risk, but it's not too dangerous overall, the water is crystal clear, there no underwater deopoffs, there are some currents and there are some water skiing nearby, but if you're careful and don't swim past where you can't reach the bottom you should be fine. If you hate traditional beaches and prefer something more natural or just like exploring and observing aquatic life this is the place to go.

Summer time I going again . Today , I visited this beach today for the first time on the recommendation of a friend. The best part is that it’s very convenient to our home in Brooklyn. Coold day today but It was not too crowded, which was good since we are still dealing with Covi “ in nyc. All was wearing masks but we were all much farther than 6 feet apart. There is not much parking however Parking was free at least. There were waves but they weren’t too high howhewer . All the dogs we saw were on leash.

Free parking, easy access from Belt Parkway, but this place isn't good for swimming - dirty beach, no lifeguards ... It's just good for short walking , especially with dogs 🐕 😉

Plum Beach is a small little beach tucked away on the Belt Parkway. It is run by the federal government as part of Gateway National Park. It has long been a place where the Gay community cruises for sex. For the most part that is pretty discrete. The beach is beautiful and there are often wind surfers there with beautiful kites. The water is very shallow for more then 200 feet out. This is a breading place for the Horse Shoe Crab. and you will find many dead ones on the beach. There are dunes from which people rest and relax and catch the ocean breeze. There is a family area. There is a small parking lot which closes at 9pm. There are no real facilities or rest rooms. Lately the hipsters have discovered this beach and have tried to take it over. I am not sure the locals like this. Someone took it upon themselves to build seating along the doons with driftwood. I could sit there for hours and enjoy the quiet place. If you walk across the bridge along the Belt Parkway, there is a second part of this Beach which is secluded. Remember: Nudity is not allowed on these beaches, you must cover your junk. In the early spring as the flowers are blooming, the Wisteria plants there are in full bloom. They hang for all the trees on the bay side of the beach and are so beautiful

A great place for a healthy walk, bike ride, jog or a stroll. People are friendly and maintaining respectful distance. There are lots of markers by the side of the path to help you keep track of where you are. We were really delighted to find many picnic tables here and there, most of them with umbrellas.

Really great "secret spot" type beach, lots of aquatic life on the shores, hidden paths, sand dunes, marshes and streams. Coming here during low tide is amazing. The water depth doesn't change for a while, you can walk all the way out into the ocean a few hundred feet from shore and you'll still be ankle deep. There are no lifeguards so if you decide to swim, do so at your own risk, but it's not too dangerous overall, the water is crystal clear, there no underwater deopoffs, there are some currents and there are some water skiing nearby, but if you're careful and don't swim past where you can't reach the bottom you should be fine. If you hate traditional beaches and prefer something more natural or just like exploring and observing aquatic life this is the place to go.

Nice low key beach. It’s about a 20 minute bike ride from Nathan’s on Surf Ave. highly recommend it cuz it’s more private and less busy. Free parking is only a 3 minute walk to the shore. I took my bicycle there and it was a very scenic ride

Came here looking for sea glass. It’s a great spot—the tides are likely bringing in old trash from Dead Horse Bay. (And likely trash from elsewhere, which is a shame, the reality of any city.) I don’t know that I would swim here, personally, but for some hiking and sifting through sand I thought it was excellent. Because I came before Memorial Day the bathrooms were locked—and the porta potties we’re not usable. I did pass it in a Lyft late on a Saturday night. It’s either a great lot for drivers or continues to have a seedy use—which is not my business, since I’m not generally hunting for glass at night.

Gorgeous very nice close to water clean everything big toilet you can come here and enjoy it sunshine

Took a school group (2nd and 3rd graders). The location is way far to the edge of Jamaica Bay, but we had a knowledgeable, patient guide, and the area offers several different environments - beach, lagoon, wetlands, and myriad life forms. A lot of walking through deep sand, algae/mud, rushes laid down for walkways... Much to learn and observe, very engaging and different.

I come here every summer. This is my first day since Covid. What the heck happens??? It’s filthy. Garbage pail is over flowing. The beach hasn’t been cleaned. Empty beer bottles and plastic everywhere. So sad.

dirty beach. I wouldn't recommend it for swimming. but quite suitable for active recreation. a lot of dogs walk there.

Went in March, there were not too many people. Dog friendly and was surprisingly clean. My pup enjoyed it. Will definitely be revisiting whenever the weather is tolerable.

Manage your expectations. This is not a vacationy beach. This beach is good if your happy simply by being by water. I went there post labor day on a sunday morning with my dog. It's a long beach so I explored 3 different areas.

Great nature habitat but an abundance of illegally off-leash dogs with little to no enforcement. Have been bit by a dog here, requiring me to get shots.

This beach is filthy, garbage everywhere why can people just learned to picked up after themselves. Shame on you for leaving garbage behind! It’s really not that hard to carry your garbage to a nearby trash bin.

Very serene and clean beach right off the highway. We visited in the winter, so it wasn’t very crowded. Has nice sand

Was quiet during Corona amazing place to just watch and see God's world

Nice place to stay.. parking available.

Nice beach to swim in , but it’s a little dirty and there is no store around in case I need to buy anything, however it’s the closest beach from my home

Not as clean as other beaches, but we can bring our furry buddy there to have fun, thats perfect! Always have fun with my dog there and explorer lots of hidden trail.

I lived near there and jogged along the path in the early 90s. It was more a garbage dump than a beach then. Good to hear they cleaned it up somewhat. But all that pollution from the cars on the Belt....probably healthier to take up smoking.

Small nice beach. Needs public bathrooms though. Free Parking available but very limited.

Nice place and peaceful the only bad thing is that people don’t have respect with their dogs, no everyone has dogs and I love dogs but if your dog is irrespectful you need to have them lash or take them to any other side of the beach where people are not arround. Is disgusting have a dog jumping near you or also walking by your stuffs if is not your dog. People should show a little respect to others

I really liked this beach! Seaweed at edge of water made it a little yucky to get into, but low tide allowed you to walk out far with water at knees. Not rough waters either. Limited parking. No lifeguards. Saw people BBQ on beach near grass edge. Restrooms were not open/available. Not sure if they had showers.

Whoever said that this beach is clean hadn't actually been there. It's just as filthy as I remember it a couple years ago. I wish someone could organize a beach cleanup here. I'd love to join it.

A very quiet beach, the bad thing is there is no bathroom.

Great Beach to Chill , kinda Dirty so just be Prepared for a Little Trash to Be around

Best for bringing your dog all year round to enjoy the sand & surf and grabbing some rays yourself.

So I love that it’s small and sort of hidden, but like most things NYC these days, the Parks Department could do better at the up-keeping of such little property. Should arrive early if you expect parking. Dog-friendly, and kite flying too. The water needs some cleaning up. Nice but needs improvements.

Small and not your regular beach. Great place to just get away from everything.

Very pleasantly surprised about this hidden gem. Downside is that there is no public restroom. Otherwise, this was a low key place to spend a few hours.

This place can be so much more if the city would clean and maintain it. Its a little gem on the side of the Belt Parkway

Its akways beautiful here very decent people come and are just chill 👌 its my peace of tranquility when I need peace away from everyone 🙂

I've visited this beach a few times, I can say it is a very kid friendly beach and a great place to relax! If your looking to catch some waves with your surfboard or bodyboard this isn't really the place, the water clarity and color is very mediocre as well as the sand not being very nice. More of a recreational beach for just hanging out and bringing your kayaks or boats more than a place to swim.

nice private-esque beach. There’s free parking although it’s a small lot. took one star off due to the only bathrooms on site are Porta potties which were the most dirtiest ones I’ve ever seen in my life

Nice beach use to stop there before college too chill Bobby_d_customs

The beach is small but covered in sea debris and horse show crab carcasses. However it’s still a great beach. It’s a windy point which makes it ideal for kite surfers. Which is nice to watch. The first heat point close to belt pwky is extremely tidal so is not always accessible. However it still is a great site to see. Once the water goes down, the marsh is exploitable by foot and you can see the wildlife and natural pools. Awesome experience. Bathroom access is almost non existent. The porta potties are FILTHY. So if you have to poop, good luck.

People complain about it being dirty I agree maybe some sort of group to clean it Voluntarily can be organized I am game....

Decent beach located just off the Belt Parkway. It’s a bit dirty (especially the parking lot) and the water is certainly not the cleanest, so be extra wary about swimming here. It does, however, offer a nice view. Certain times of the year you’ll see dozens of horseshoe crabs washed ashore.

This is lovely beach on sore need of some T.L.C. Unfortunately, it is not currently staffed and people have left a lot of trash behind. Otherwise, very nice spot for small kids, waves are very manageable. Lots of wildlife, horseshoe crabs, snails and fish.

The narrow beach, grassy dunes, and shallow swimming area are lovely. However, the parking lot is a scene from the apocalypse. Dirty does not describe it. I'm talking filth, feces, road rage, drug paraphernalia. We visited a week ago and my mind is still boggled.

(Translated by Google) The beach is not bad, but needs cleaning. Unfrastructure is not developed. Potential at the place is good. (Original) Пляж неплох, но требует уборки. Унфраструтура не развита. Потенчиал у места хороший.

Wonderful fresh air, cute small beach, and a nicely paved area for biking, running, and walking.

It's summer. I'm leaving again. On the advice of a buddy, I went to this beach for the first time today. The best part is how close it is to our Brooklyn home. Today was a cool day, but there wasn't much of a crowd, which was fortunate given that Covi is still an issue in New York. Although we were all wearing masks, we were much more than 6 feet apart. Although there isn't much parking, it was at least free. Although there were waves, they weren't particularly large. The dogs we saw were all restrained.

Peaceful

The beach is big and beautiful but the only restroom was two porta potties in the parking lot and they didn't have toilet paper. Couldn't find water anywhere either

This beach gets buck wild at night!😜

Nice to visit any season, bay / ocean views along the beach trail. Although some trails may look sketchy in summer, it is actually quite safe.

Very nice beach. I love biking here and stopping for some pictures. Pretty sandy and wet, just like any other beach. No clue what that building that says plumb beach is about, if it's a bathroom I've never been inside... could use some bike racks

Lowkey beach. Definitely not for swimming. Nice place to chill and talk or have a picnic 🧺

I used to love this beach, but it is now full of trash. They are absolutely everywhere! I wish there was a beach cleanup I could join to help fix it.

Nice, almost unexpected spot, makes an enjoyable walk along the shore, with horse shoe crabs and birds.

This is a beach not a vocational beach like Coney Island Beach, Brighton Beach, and Manhattan Beach. If you are a nature hiker, you might like it. If you are not, you may not.

Very small beach! Limited parking! Access from the bike road! Check the tide chart! If it's low - great spot for kids! If it's high - great for everyone who likes to swim! Not a great spot to surf, though!

(Translated by Google) Good beach for fishing (Original) Buena playa para pescar

(Translated by Google) Nice place (Original) Lindo lugar

Still have some cleaning up to do all in all good place good vibes

Could be better maintained, a lot of litter on the beach and trails. Parking can also be full weekends. The marsh areas can also get pretty smelly.

Is so clean I love it

Amazing

Good place but need more cleaning

Can't wait to go back

Great relaxing place.

a small beach but no waves great for laughing with the kids.

Great beach

Very nice please but little crowded

Quiet beach, no lifeguards, perfect for sports enthusiast like kitesurfers and windsurfers. The waves are small as this beach is sheltered from the ocean by Breezy Point.

So sad. It is full of trash everywhere you look. Broken glass everywhere, masks, food containers. It’s a shame.

Cute but filthy.

Lovely get away from the city

A quiet beach.

Needs cleanup and TLC.

Its very very poorly kept. Literally trash every step. It should be closed till further notice

Nice little beach but like others have commented, it is quite dirty. There is literally garbage from the parking lot to the beach. I like that it's less crowded than coney Island or Manhattan Beach. It needs to get clean.

Very dirty but peaceful place

Right off from the parking, and very convenient, however probably because of that there are may trash...too bad that people aren't taking care of their trash.

Parking lot was extremely fill with garbage....when in the water there was alot of broken glass...plastic gloves....tires in the water....ect.....beach looks like it hasn't been cleaned in months

Nice little spot.

This beach was great during the lockdown. It was calm and the water looked great. Not sure how it looks now.

Small beach, nice sand. Plenty of ☀ sun.

Quiet beach easy walking distance from Sheepshead Bay

Nice small beach

If each one will take plastic that was left on the beach when they leave, it will be so much cleaner.