By dredging sand from what is now the state boat channel, moses raised the elevation of the barrier islands by fourteen feet, connecting several small islands into one.
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Jones beach state park and jones island which stretches east of the park were the creation of master builder robert moses in the 1920s. Yes, i'm using the word discovering very loosely here. It's been quite a while since i did the jones beach run, but i think you really have to leave the city by 8 to avoid bad traffic.
You can take advantage of free parking if you drive.
The pier at field 10 offers a wide range of fishing opportunities. In the early season there are winter flounder which show up to get the season to the start. I used to go to one of the west end lots but they are now closed. A bit old and in need of some repairs but staff and room were very pleasant.
