Seals enjoy spending time on Long Island in the winter and early spring, and Long Islanders love spotting them. It’s definitely more fun and educational to see seals with a knowledgeable guide who knows how to look for them, safely view them, and provide interesting tidbits about these pinnipeds. Walks are also opportunities to see many winter birds and explore marine geology. Check out our list, make a reservation, dress warmly, bring binoculars, arrive early, and enjoy. Seal walks are always subject to weather.
Seal Walks at Cupsogue Beach
Walks at Cupsogue Beach County Park take place on many weekends through April 2024, led by the Coastal Research and Education Society of Long Island (CRESLI). Cupsogue Beach is at the western end of Dune Road in Westhampton Beach. The walks cover about 1.2 miles and last 60-90 minutes.
Pre-registration required
631-319-6003
Montauk Point State Park
A series of approximately two-hour, three-mile hikes take place at Montauk Point State Park from now until April 2024.
Pre-registration required
631-668-5000 ext. 0
https://parks.ny.gov/parks/montaukpoint/details.aspx
Jones Beach
The Jones Beach Nature Center will host seal walks in 2024. Check the center’s events for further information.
https://www.jonesbeachenc.org/
Seal Cruises
CRESLI has cruise trips to view the seals in Shinnecock Bay. Dates range from January 27 until April 21, 2024. See link for more details.
https://www.cresli.org/common/news/articles/article_detail.cfm
