Update - July 28, 2016 - The New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation is pleased to announce Zach’s Bay, located within Jones Beach State Park is open to swimming. Conditions have improved so that state standards for beach water quality are being met. Current conditions at the beach are satisfactory for swimming.

The original press release is below.

Wantagh, NY - July 27, 2016 - The New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation announces that swimming is currently closed at Zach’s Bay located within Jones Beach State Park.

This temporary closure is a precautionary step to assure protection of the health and safety of swimmers.

Results from additional water quality testing will be reviewed to determine when swimming will once again be permitted. Notification will be provided at the park and through media sources.

For the most up to date information, please contact Jones Beach State Park directly at 516-785- 1600.

The New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation oversees 180 state parks and 35 historic sites, which are visited by 65 million people annually. For more information on any of these recreation areas, call 518-474- 0456 or visit www.nysparks.com.