Summer Fun: Town Of Babylon Launches Mobile Beach Pass Portal

BABYLON, NY — Long Islanders raced to enjoy Suffolk County's beautiful beaches over Memorial Day weekend before the Town Of Babylon announced on Tuesday that it launched a new mobile beach pass via the Yodel app.

Residents can now obtain beach passes on their smartphones using the new Town of Babylon Yodel Portal. According to the town, permits purchased on desktop computers will automatically be available in the Yodel Portal Wallet on mobile devices.

Meanwhile, residents who purchase beach passes on their phone can find instructions on how to access the Yodel Portal and obtain beach passes here.

According to the town's website, standard resident passes are $45. Meanwhile, passes are $20 for seniors 60 and over, active military and active Town of Babylon Volunteer Fire Department members.

Since the town's announcement on Facebook garnered nearly 90 questions from residents accustomed to traditional beach passes, it responded Wednesday with the list of FAQs below to assist beachgoers.

How is the mobile beach pass different from the sticker beach pass?

The mobile beach pass is used exactly like the sticker beach pass. The mobile beach pass is linked to a vehicle, not to a person, just like the sticker.

What beaches does the mobile pass give me access to?

It can be used at the same facilities: Overlook Beach, Cedar Beach, Gilgo Beach, Cedar Beach Marina & Campground, Venetian Shores and Tanner Park.

Can the mobile beach pass be used at pools?

No, the mobile beach pass and the sticker beach pass can only be used at the beaches listed above.

I have the mobile beach pass on my phone, by my spouse/child wants to take the car to the beach. How does this work?

The mobile beach pass is linked to the vehicle, not the person. This new system uses plate reading technology and can scan the plate of the car at the booth. If the driver doesn't have the mobile beach pass on their phone, the plate will be scanned. If the plate is in the system, the car will be allowed in to park.

Do I still need to stop at the booth even though I have the mobile beach pass?

Yes, you must stop at the booth with the mobile beach pass AND the beach sticker. The staff will either view your sticker or scan your mobile beach pass or your vehicles license plate.

Can I convert my beach sticker into a mobile beach pass?

No, you cannot convert your beach sticker into a mobile pass. The beach sticker acts the same as the mobile pass. The mobile beach pass is linked to a vehicle, not to a person, just like the sticker.