Cherry Grove Travel Guide

Cherry Grove is located on Fire Island in New York state, and is a barrier island separate from the southern side of Long Island. Cherry Grove isa popular summer getaway for many New Yorkers and travelers from across the U.S. As a smaller, less population island, couples and families often choose Fire Island over Long Island for a vacation.

The island is beautiful and its pristine beaches add to the postcard atmosphere, as well as providing an array of water sports to take part in. Fire Island is packed with things to do, sights to see, and new adventures to be had.

Things to Do in Cherry Grove

There are plenty of great things to do in Cherry Grove and on Fire Island as a whole. Visit Robert Moses State Park which llies on a beach and has great amenities like beach volleyball, picnic areas, playgrounds for children, and more. You can also rent out boats and jet skis, go snorkeling and take a boat out on a sailing trip. Fishing is very popular around these parts too -- jump aboard a boat or fishing tour and enjoy the ocean breeze while trying your luck at a big catch.The Fire Island Lighthouse is also a great place to visit, it's open to the public every day and visitors can climb all the steps to check out the stunning view from the top, which looks across nearly the whole island. For something unique, make your way to The Sunken Forest which is an interesting wetland that appears to be above sea level and is one of only five in world.

Ocean Beach, Cherry Grove Beach, Fire Island National Seashore, and Kismet Beach are the most popular beaches on the island, boasting soft sands and lots of space for everyone to comfortably unwind. While here, why not go parasailing? The sights are incredible and it's bound to be an experience you'll never forget. Once you've worked up an appetite, there's a wide choice of restaurants in Cherry Grove, particularly those serving seafood with seafront views.

Best Places to Stay in Cherry Grove

The island is relatively small so most of the towns share the shores and are great to stay in. There's additionally a wide selection of vacation rentals on Fire Island, and Cherry Grove in particular has lots of vacation rental houses for families and large groups, with fully equipped kitchens, pools, hot tubs, and many bedrooms. If you prefer small accommodation with an ocean view bedroom, these are available also. Cherry Grove has some of the best selection of vacation rental properties in the New York and visitors are bound to find their next home away from home here.

Best Time to Visit Cherry Grove

The best time to visit Cherry Grove is in July and August when the weather is warm. 4th of July is a big celebration on the island and the weather certainly helps the festivities begin! The average temperature during summer months is 75 degrees, while from November through to March the weather is chilly and often goes under 40 degrees.