Jones Beach Review: Great Sand But Wild Waves! 👨👩👧
Growing up by the ocean, beach trips = core childhood memories. Now in NYC, summer = family beach day tradition! Last weekend, we hit iconic Jones Beach—fun but challenging for little ones. 📍 Location: Ocean Pkwy, Wantagh, NY 11793 ✅ Pros: 🏖️ Pristine natural sand, clean water—perfect for toddlers digging moats. 🚗 Easy parking ($10/car at Field 6, 1-min walk to sand). ⛱️ Great amenities: showers, restrooms, super alert lifeguards (more on that later). ❌ Cons: 🌊 Waves were INTENSE. "Looks calm, feels like a washing machine!" Our excited toddler could only dip toes while we death-gripped her. 💡 Saw a swimmer get trapped—lifeguards zoomed in like Baywatch. 10/10 professionalism. 🌟 Mom Verdict: For babies/timid kids, maybe not the best first beach. Next time: North Shore spots (smaller waves, though sand’s less natural). 📣 Long Island parents: Spill your "calm waves + soft sand + low crowds" secrets! #SlowParenting #NYCKids #SummerSzn #FreeFun #LongIslandBeaches #NYCLife #ParentingWin