Ask AI: When do you have to pay a fare to enter NYS beaches? I'm thinking specifically of Robert Moses Beach on LI

At New York State beaches like Robert Moses State Park on Long Island, you don’t pay a per-person fare to enter the beach itself, but you do pay for parking during peak seasons. **For Robert Moses State Park:** - **Parking fees** are charged from around early April through mid-November, typically between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. on weekends and daily during the summer (Memorial Day to Labor Day). - **Parking Fee (as of 2024):** Usually $10 per car on most days; may be higher ($15) during holidays or special event days. - **Empire Pass holders** enter without paying the daily parking fee. **Important notes:** - There’s NO separate “beach admission” fare—just the vehicle parking fee. - If you walk, bike, or are dropped off, you generally do not pay any fee. - Prices and dates can sometimes change, so it’s a good idea to double-check the NY State Parks [official website for Robert Moses](https://parks.ny.gov/parks/7) before you go. Let me know if you need info about another NY beach!