Frequently Asked Questions

Camping Permits are available to Town of Babylon residents only, and can be obtained through the Department of Parks & Recreation.. For specific dates and times, please refer to the current Town of Babylon Recreation Guide released each April.

Camping Permits cost $50.00, or $25.00 for those 60 years of age or older. Camping Permits are for use at Cedar Campground only and applicants must prove they are Town of Babylon residents by providing:

• A current tax or utility bill that displays their name and address
• A current New York State Driver’s License that displays the address of the person who owns the camper
• A current New York State Camper Registration that is registered in the Town of Babylon
• A current New York State Tow Vehicle Registration that is registered in the Town of Babylon

No photocopies of any documents are accepted. Camping Permits are only valid for Cedar Campground and do not provide access to any other Town facility. 

Boat Docking/Launch Permits are available to Town of Babylon residents only, and can be obtained through the Department of Parks & Recreation. For specific dates and times, please refer to the current Town of Babylon Recreation Guide released each April.

There is a $50 permit fee, or $25.00 for residents 60 years of age or older.

Required documents to be show at the time of purchase:

• A current New York State Driver’s License of the person who owns the boat with address in the Town of Babylon.
• A current New York State Boat Registration with matching name and address to NYS License.
• A current tax or utility bill that displays the name and address

Jet Ski Permits are available to Town of Babylon residents only, and can be obtained through the Department of Parks & Recreation. For specific dates and times, please refer to the current Town of Babylon Recreation Guide released each April.

Jet Ski launching is available at Tanner Park and Venetian Shores launch ramps ONLY.

Jet Ski Permits $25.00 per jet ski.

Required Documents: 

• A current tax or utility bill that displays their name and address
• A current New York State Driver’s license that displays their address
• A current New York State Jet Ski Registration that is registered in the Town of Babylon

The Boat Docking/Launching Permit, and the Jet Ski Permit allows residents to dock at the following facilities for an additional daily docking fee. Fees are due to the Dockmaster upon arrival, or before departure from the marina. Any dock fees not settled prior to the end of the summer season will incur a $50 late fee.

• Cedar Beach Marina: (631) 786-2381
• Gilgo Beach Marina: (631) 826-1255

The Boat Docking/Launching Permit and the Jet Ski Permit allows residents to use the launch ramps located at Venetian Shores Park in Lindenhurst and Tanner Park in Copiague for no additional fee.