Known as an LGBT favorite, Cherry Grove beach is located between Sailors Haven and Fire Island Pines. The beach is clothing optional and is frequently inhabited with nude visitors sunbathing, though it is not an official nude beach. The eastern dunes have even been nicknamed the “Meat Rack” by the locals.

Transportation to Cherry Grove is rather limited and is only accessible via ferry or private water taxi. The most common method for reaching the Grove is by taking the Sayville Ferry. You can also park
at the Robert Moses State Park after reaching the Fire Island Lighthouse and take a water taxi to the Grove. Once there, food and drink options are only a quick walk away.