Is fire island gay

Cherry Grove, as captured here by Leifheit, was the original hub for queer and artsy folk on the island Credit: Matthew Leifheit.

A Gay Guide to Fire Island

The hotel is a minute's walk from the beach, much like many of the hotels in Fire Island. It is located in a great location for an explorer, as it is only a 5-minute walk away from the ferry, markets and restaurants. It is also within a 3-minute walking distance to the popular The Blue Whale bar, which is a Fire Island go-to.

Fire Island

Yet Fire Island continues to be a gay mecca, its remarkable history and contribution to art and literature legendary despite the fact that its predominantly white, male, cisgender, and upper-class aficionados make this legacy rather exclusive. This might be its enduring appeal.