There are restaurants, night life and hotels at various parts of the Fire Island Shoreline. Of the 9 refuges 3 have public trails. More than 250 bird species visit or rest at the refuges. Montauk Lighthouse was commissioned by George Washington and finished in 1796. The museum features early photos.
Visitors can climb to the top for sweeping vistas.
A 200-acre working production farm conducting public workshops and demonstrations, animal petting and feeding, gift shop and free admission. This mansion is located on 43 acres overlooking Northport Harbor. Marine museum, national history collections and guided mansion tours are available. The planetarium features sky and laser shows.