New York has 67 state-owned swimming beaches and all are tested regularly to determine the public's risk of coming in contact with waterborne diseases.

Beaches are tested weekly, and closures can take place quickly. Check if your favorite state park swimming spot is open or closed.

But in 2023, a swimmer at Rockaway was bitten by a shark and badly injured. New York City officials responded by expanding ...

The popular Rockaway Beach in Queens was briefly shuttered for a period of time on Friday and Saturday due to shark sightings ...

NYC reports more shark sightings at beaches due to increased drone surveillance, leading to temporary beach closures.

LaFayette, NY -- Jamesville Beach’s swimming area closed Thursday after algal blooms were spotted in the reservoir, according ...

The Onondaga County Health Department has closed Jamesville Beach for swimming due to a visible algal bloom spotted in the ...

New York has 67 state-owned swimming beaches and all are tested regularly to determine the public's risk of coming in contact with waterborne diseases.

The City of Plattsburgh has announced a closure of the swimming area at the Plattsburgh City Beach.

A Florida initiative is coming to New York State Park beaches that encourages visitors to take ownership of their public ...