From 1940 until 1970, West Islip experienced most of its population growth. It had become an attractive suburban home community with its own fire department, post office, public library and Good Samaritan Hospital. A short drive on the Robert Moses Causeway affords access to good fishing at the Captree Boat Basin and swimming at Robert Moses State Park. West Islip boasts its own beach and marina. Content Source

Living in West Islip

Today West Islip is situated on over 4,000 acres (16 km²) and approximately 28,000 residents make West Islip their home. Numerous community groups offer support services and cultural enrichment for its residents. In addition to the various clubs and organizations affiliated with its schools and churches, there are the Chamber of Commerce, West Islip Beautification Society, American Legion, the Chamber Orchestra Society, Youth Enrichment Services and the West Islip Fire Department. Every September the West Islip Bicentennial Committee sponsors a county fair. Content Source

West Islip Zip Code: 11795

West Islip Geo Coordinates:

Lat: 40.7123017

Long: -73.3133146

Things To Do in Wantagh

Wantagh is known throughout Long Island to have a very energetic and vibrant nightlife. Centered on the Wantagh Long Island Rail Road Station there are thirteen bars, pubs and clubs all within a quarter mile of the station. Last call in New York State is 4 a.m. thus keeping the area very active into early morning hours. Bars in the area include Mulcahy’s, Shooters Tiki & Sports Bar, Boss Croker’s, R.P. McMurphy’s, Hemingway’s Bar & Grill, the Wantagh Inn, Thom Thom Restaurant, The Nook Restaurant and Corry’s Ale House. Content Source