Fire Island Wilderness Visitor Center overview
Fire Island Wilderness Visitor Center
Visitors can explore the interactive exhibits, educational displays, and audiovisual programs that showcase the natural and cultural history of Fire Island. The center also offers ranger-led programs and guided nature walks that allow visitors to learn about the island's unique features and wildlife.
One of the main attractions of the Fire Island Wilderness Visitor Center is the Fire Island Lighthouse, which is located nearby. The lighthouse was built in 1858 and is a popular spot for visitors to take in stunning views of the ocean and the surrounding area.
Another unique feature of the visitor center is the opportunity to see the endangered piping plover, which nests on the island's beaches. Visitors can learn about the efforts to protect and preserve these birds and their habitat.
Overall, the Fire Island Wilderness Visitor Center is a great place to learn about the natural and cultural history of Fire Island and to explore the island's unique features and wildlife.
Plan your visit down to the hour
Same weather feed Snoflo's iOS app uses -- updated continuously from NOAA / yr.no.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Plan a longer trip
The closest parks, campgrounds, fishing spots, and other landmarks so a quick visit can grow into a full day.
Parks
- Smith Point County Park
- Southhaven County Park
- Terrel River County Park
- Wilderness Otis Pike Fire Island High Dune
- Kalers Pond Park
- Twelve Pines Park
Responsible visitation & Leave No Trace
- Know before you go
- Check the operator's site (BLM, NPS, state agency, or private owner) for access rules, permits, and seasonal closures before driving out.
- Stay on trail
- Many points of interest sit in fragile ecosystems. Stick to marked paths to protect vegetation and prevent erosion.
- Respect wildlife
- Observe from a distance, never feed wildlife, and give nesting birds and denning mammals plenty of space.
- Pack it in, pack it out
- Take all trash, food scraps, and gear back with you. Remote sites often have no trash service.
- Leave what you find
- Don't take rocks, plants, fossils, or artifacts. Federal law protects cultural and natural resources on public land.
Set push alerts in the Snoflo app
Save Fire Island Wilderness Visitor Center as a favorite, set a weather threshold (precipitation, freezing temperatures), and the iOS app will push the moment conditions cross.
About Fire Island Wilderness Visitor Center
What is Fire Island Wilderness Visitor Center?
A point of interest in New-York tracked by Snoflo -- typically a scenic landmark, named summit, monument, or viewpoint.
How fresh is the weather data?
The hourly forecast updates throughout the day from NOAA / yr.no public feeds.
When is the best time to visit?
Use the 15-day temperature & precipitation outlook on this page to pick a window with comfortable temperatures and low precipitation.
How do I get there?
Tap Directions in the hero above for Google Maps driving directions, or Open in map to center the Snoflo interactive map on the spot.
Can I get alerts when conditions change?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this POI, set a threshold (temperature, precipitation), and you'll get a push the moment it crosses.
Other points of interest near here
Snoflo-tracked landmarks within driving distance of Fire Island Wilderness Visitor Center.