I recently found the write-up below in the Village Voice where they recommend Robert Moses State Park and Jones Beach (see details in article quote below) as nude-friendly/gay beaches. Now, I have NOT personally been to those sections, so I can not personally vouch for them. So if you go, it would be great if you post what your impressions are of each of the places listed here. This weekend, The Girl-Friendly Beach article in the Where to Go Section has gotten a lot of visits. Obviously many of you want to know where to go, sunbathe and be yourselves. So, let’s help each other out. Your feedback on these beaches is welcome. I will post here when I’ve been there personally and I can account for their safety and girl-friendliness. For now, I continue to stand by Riis Park, the eastern end and by Fire Island’s Cherry Grove. Of course, as always, your comments and any other additions are always welcome.

So, here’s the excerpt from the Village Voice:

When the sun is scorching, you can GRIN AND BARE IT ALL. Daring, overheated exhibitionists don't have to schlep to Sandy Hook to strip down. At New York's own Lighthouse Park and Robert Moses State Park, and the eastern section of Jacob Riis Park (a favorite of gay men), you can get naked with fellow nudists and booty watchers. Even Jones Beach (eastern end past field 6) allows topless sunbathing. Laws vary (federal law doesn't prohibit nudity; state-run parks only OK going topless), so make sure you're in the nude section. And don't forget the sunscreen. Lighthouse Park, Fire Island National Seashore, Patchogue, New York, 631.289.4810, nysparks.state.ny.us for state parks and nps.gov for federal parks. BUSSEL

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Have fun and be safe!