Dive-site story
Prybil Beach in Glen Cove offers accessible shore diving on the north shore of Long Island. The site features a gradual slope of sand, gravel, and silt punctuated by boulder patches and patches of eelgrass. Divers often navigate toward the nearby rocky jetty and mooring fields, which provide shelter for local marine life in Long Island Sound.
Abundant crustacean life including horseshoe crabs and spider crabs
Convenient beach entry with minimal surf during calm weather
Macro photography opportunities among rocky patches and mooring tackle
Location
Use the map to plan with your operator and confirm the exact entry point on the day.
Seasonality
Late spring through early autumn provides warmer water temperatures and peak marine life activity.
Marine life
| Species | Likelihood | J | F | M | A | M | J | J | A | S | O | N | D |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Horseshoe CrabLimulus polyphemus | Common | ||||||||||||
| Spider CrabLibinia emarginata | Common | ||||||||||||
| Tautog (Blackfish)Tautoga onitis | Common | ||||||||||||
| Summer FlounderParalichthys dentatus | Common | ||||||||||||
| Striped BassMorone saxatilis | Seasonal | ||||||||||||
| Northern Sea RobinPrionotus carolinus | Common |
Marine forecast
