Explore the rugged beauty of dune, forest, and marsh at the National Seashore from AMC's Fire Island Cabin.
Beaches for swimming in the Atlantic Ocean, and canoeing and sailing on Great South Bay are just a short walk from the front deck. And, it's all surprisingly accessible by public transportation from downtown Manhattan.
Season Dates
May to October.
Basics
- Two co-ed 12-bunk dorms with mattresses, blankets, and pillows (bring linens or sleeping bags).
- Communal kitchen: weekend guests share food prep and cleanup; midweek is self-service.
- Screened porch/library, decks, shared bathrooms, hot outdoor showers & outdoor BBQ, beach umbrellas, and chairs.
- Activities: Canoeing/kayaking, swimming.
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 | | AMC Member | | Weekend (two nights with meals) | $135 | | One night of any weekend (with meals) | $100 | | Holiday & special weekends | higher rates | | Monday to Thursday, lodging only | $30/night | | Become a member today and save! | |  |
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Nonmembers are welcome when accompanied by AMC member; higher rates apply.
Reservations & Policies
- To reserve weekends, call 212-606-2293 or email ficres@earthlink.net after April 7 and leave your name, phone number, or email and date(s). We will confirm availability and request full payment within 5 days.
- To reserve midweek, call 631-583-5366, between 11 a.m. and 2 p.m., Monday through Thursday after May 12.
- Full payment is required in advance of your stay.
Cancellations for weekend reservations:
- Over four weeks notice — full refund.
- Over one week to four weeks notice — refund minus $35.
- Under one week (7 days) notice — no refund.
Cancellations for midweek reservations:
- 20% administration charge and 48-hour notice required or minimum of one night's stay will be charged.
For more details, send a large, self-addressed stamped envelope to AMC/FIC, P.O. Box 301, New York, NY 10040 for our Fire Island Info-Pac.