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10 great all-day getaways on Long Island

Originally published: June 1, 2010 6:26 PM
Updated: June 4, 2010 12:00 AM
By ANNE MACHALINSKI AND MARK LA MONICA  anne.machalinski@newsday.com
mark.lamonica@newsday.com

Photo credit: Craig Ruttle | Lili Rath of Kings Park hangs on a playground ring at Crab Meadow Beach in Northport.

From sunup to sundown, there are plenty of destinations on Long Island worth hitting up for an all-day getaway. Whether you're up for something active or in the mood for leisurely sightseeing, here are 10 ideas perfect for daytrippers.

1. RIDE TO FIRE ISLAND

Ocean Beach is a daytripper's paradise - beach, bars and easy summer fun with a relaxed tropical rock vibe (for a few bucks, the...