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Oyster Bay Western Waterfront Waterway Access Site

DEC boat access and passive park at the former Jakobson’s Shipyard, next to Theodore Roosevelt Memorial Park. Provides access to Oyster Bay Harbor, Cold Sp...

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County

Nassau

Waterbody

Oyster Bay Harbor / Long Island Sound

Type

Hard surface launch

Accessible

Yes

Last updated

Sep 11, 2026

Plan your visitBefore you go

Check current details with the operator before heading out.

Hours & season

See DEC website before visiting for access information including conditions, seasonal closures, maps, and additional features. Please note some locations and activities require reservations, entrance fees, and/or special permits.

Parking & entrance

20 cars and trailers

Fees & residency

Permit required; see DEC Nassau County launch information.

Restrooms

Not listed — confirm with the operator.

Dog rules

Not listed — confirm with the operator.

Accessibility

Accessible trailered launch with dock, viewing platform, picnic area and restroom.

Listing source
NYS DEC Accessible Recreation Destinations
Last verified
Not yet recorded
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Launch Details

Town
Oyster Bay
Address
Nassau County, NY
Access
West End Avenue parking area, off Bayside Avenue
Lat/Long
40.876005, -73.53805
Slug
oyster-bay-western-waterfront-waterway-access-site
Managing Organization
New York State Department of Environmental Conservation
Ramp Type
Trailered boat ramp and kayak launch
Dock Type
Not listed
Permit / fee
Permit required; see DEC Nassau County launch information.
Accessible
Yes
Parking
20 cars and trailers
Seasonal Notes
See DEC website before visiting for access information including conditions, seasonal closures, maps, and additional features. Please note some locations and activities require reservations, entrance fees, and/or special permits.
Accessibility notes
Accessible trailered launch with dock, viewing platform, picnic area and restroom.

Description

DEC boat access and passive park at the former Jakobson’s Shipyard, next to Theodore Roosevelt Memorial Park. Provides access to Oyster Bay Harbor, Cold Spring Harbor and Long Island Sound; a kayak launch was added in 2024.