Orient Beach State Park, a New York State Park located near Clinton, East Hampton and Groton

ORIENT BEACH STATE PARK

ORIENT BEACH STATE PARK
P.O. Box 117
Orient, New York 11957

Orient Beach State Park has 45,000 feet of frontage on Gardiner's Bay and a rare maritime forest with red cedar, black-jack oak trees and prickly-pear cactus. A beautiful wood deck lets you overlook Gardiner's Bay. Visitors can swim in the bay, fish, picnic, play ball, go hiking or biking, or walk a nature trail. Pavilions available for private parties with catering available by concessionaire.

Nearby Accommodations

Captain Stannard Bed and Breakfast Country Inn - Westbrook , CT

BBs / Inns

Located along the CT Shoreline midway between New York City and Boston, and only one hour from Hartford, with tons of local attractions both on the Long Island Sound and the Connecticut River.

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DIRECTIONS

19.4 miles from park*

Fishing

Located on Long Island's North Fork, the park offers saltwater fishing. Species include striped bass and bluefish among others.

Fishing is available from both shorelines or by boat with a permit.

The area also supports fluke, porgy, black sea bass and weakfish populations for anglers to catch.

Remember that all fishermen aged 16+ need a New York State Fishing License except during designated free fishing days.

Location

Orient Beach State Park is located near Clinton, East Hampton and Groton

Nearby Parks

Rocky Neck State Park

Morton National Wildlife Refuge

Harkness Memorial State Park

Connecticut Valley Railroad State Park

Hither Hills State Park

Fort Griswold State Park

Fort Griswold Battlefield State Park

Hammonasset State Park

Bluff Point State Park

Chatfield Hollow State Park

Picnicking

Orient Beach State Park offers picnic tables and grills, perfect for a family outing. Pavilion rental is also available.

Birding

Located in eastern Long Island, the park is a popular spot for birdwatching. It's home to various species including ospreys and herons. The area also attracts migratory birds during different seasons of the year. Birders can explore diverse habitats such as marshes, forests and open water areas within its 363 acres.

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