Shirley
New York, United States
Hamlet·Quiet, Residential, Connected
Shirley is a serene hamlet in Suffolk County, New York, part of the Town of Brookhaven. It offers a unique blend of historical charm and modern connectivity, being the western terminus for major transatlantic telecommunications cables. Residents enjoy easy access to the ocean via the Smith Point Bridge, one of the few bridge crossings to Fire Island. The community's origins trace back to the 1940s, with affordable housing developments by Walter T. Shirley. Today, Shirley is a peaceful residential area with convenient rail connections to the broader Long Island region.
Highlights
- Western terminus of major transatlantic cables.
- Easy access to Fire Island beaches.
- Historical roots dating back to the 1940s.
- Served by the Mastic–Shirley Long Island Rail Road station.
- Community in the Town of Brookhaven.
Things to consider before traveling to Shirley
- Close access to Fire Island, ideal for beachgoers.
- Part of the Town of Brookhaven with local amenities.