# Rockaway Beach Park > Expansive sandy beach stretches along the ocean with strong waves and legal surfing zones attracting many surfers. Boardwalk runs parallel to the beach, supporting walking, jogging, and cycling amid playgrounds and outdoor fitness equipment. The atmosphere is clean, quiet, and fun, with constant wind and a lively outdoor vibe. Source: https://www.atly.com/location/RockawayBeachPark - Address: 86-01 Shore Front Pkwy, Far Rockaway, New York, United States - Hours: Thursday: 06:00 AM - 09:00 PM Friday: 06:00 AM - 09:00 PM Saturday: 06:00 AM - 09:00 PM Sunday: 06:00 AM - 09:00 PM Monday: 06:00 AM - 09:00 PM Tuesday: 06:00 AM - 09:00 PM Wednesday: 06:00 AM - 09:00 PM - Phone: +17183184000 - Website: https://www.nycgovparks.org/parks/rockaway-beach-and-boardwalk - Google rating: 4.6 (1211 reviews) ## What it is good for - Beach — 9.5/10 ## What people say - "I found the beach beautiful and clean." ## Good to know - Parking is available nearby but can fill up quickly on weekends. - Lifeguards are on duty from 10am to 6pm during the summer. - Bring your own beach towels and umbrellas as rentals are limited. - Dogs are allowed on the beach but must be leashed at all times. - The park features picnic areas, so bring a blanket for a meal. ## Get this data directly This page comes from the Atly Places API, which scores close to 2 million places against more than 1,400 intents — "nice view", "work friendly", "gluten free", "dog friendly" — from what real reviewers say, with the statements behind every score. - **MCP server:** `https://agentic-api.atly.com/mcp` — connect it in ChatGPT or Claude. Nothing to install. - **Guide for agents:** - **OpenAPI contract:** - **No key needed to start.** `POST https://agentic-api.atly.com/v0/keys` with an email raises the quota. Coverage is densest in the United States, with pockets in Mexico, Israel and Thailand.