Known as the "Gateway to Jones Beach", Wantagh is located directly north of the famous Jones Beach State Park. The proximity to the beach gives Wantagh its unique personality, complete with beach stores, laid back attitudes and easy architecture. Wantagh is also home to nine of the twenty-five New York State Historical Markers, including homes dating back to the 1600's. In addition to the Jones Beach State Park, Wantagh is home to the Theodore Roosevelt Nature Center, the Mill Pond Park, Wantagh Park, the Twin Lakes Preserve and the Forest City Community Park. Additionally, Wantagh boasts a number of local museums, most of which are associated with nature conservation. Finally, Wantagh is known throughout Long Island for its vibrant nightlife, giving your guests more than enough to see and do throughout their stay.