Discover Long Beach
6 carefully curated photography spots with GPS coordinates, shooting tips, and local insights
Long Beach Boardwalk
Long, well-maintained wooden boardwalk with steady ocean views, piers, snack shacks and volleyball nets—ideal for sunrise/sunset panoramas, pastel skies and long leading lines. Accessible via LIRR or car (parking can be limited in summer; free evenings/after season). Beach passes apply midday in summer; lifeguards until 6pm. Visit weekdays, early morning or golden hour for soft light and fewer crowds. Post-Labor Day and evenings are calm and free.
Ocean Beach Park
Sandy Atlantic beach with a long boardwalk, lifeguard stands and seasonal events—great for sunrise/sunset seascapes, long-exposure wave studies, and candid boardwalk portraits. Visit at golden hour for dramatic light; weekdays and early mornings are quiet. Day passes (~$15) may apply in season; street parking is often available nearby. Restrooms are spaced out; avoid late-night solo visits and be mindful of local events and crowds.
Pacific Playground
Wide sandy beach and a lively boardwalk framing Atlantic surf, colorful lifeguard stands, surfers and seasonal crowds. Shoot long seascapes, dynamic wave action, sunrise over the water or dramatic sunset reflections on wet sand. Best at golden hour and blue hour; weekday mornings and off-season have fewer people. Accessible via Shore Rd with municipal parking nearby; free public access. Expect busy summer weekends and brisk winds in shoulder seasons; respectful distance from surfers and lifegurd
Long Beach Historical Society
A 1909 Craftsman-style house doubling as a small museum—great for architectural details, period interiors, curated exhibits and community events. Photograph the warm woodwork, stained glass, porch and thematic displays; capture event atmospheres during seasonal craft fairs or lectures. Best visited weekday mornings for quiet interiors or at golden hour for soft exterior light. Small entry fee; limited on-site parking and likely stairs—call ahead for hours and flash/tripod permissions.
Clark Street Playground
Small bayside playground with fenced swings, toddler zones, a sprinkler splash pad and a short path along the water. Popular for family portraits and informal wedding shots; free parking and public restrooms make shoots convenient. Best light is golden hour for warm bay reflections; weekdays or early mornings reduce crowds. Open public park with easy accessibility but can be busy after school and on summer weekends.
Georgia Ave Park
Small neighborhood waterfront park offering open sky, marsh and channel views — good for sunrise/sunset skies, reflections and local birdlife. Easily accessible on Georgia Ave with free entry; street parking nearby. Visit golden hour for warm light and weekday mornings for quiet; bring a polarizer for reflections and wind protection for long exposures.