Beach 60th Street–Straiton: Coastal Access in Queens

The Beach 60th Street–Straiton station is an elevated subway station located on the Rockaway Peninsula, in the borough of Queens, New York City. It serves as an important access point to the Rockaway Beach area and surrounding neighborhoods. Its location makes it a key stop for residents and visitors looking to enjoy the Atlantic coast within the city.

Lines and Services

The Beach 60th Street–Straiton station is a single elevated station that is part of the IND Rockaway Line:

Beach 60th Street–Straiton (IND Rockaway Line)

• This station is an elevated local stop on the IND Rockaway Line of the New York City Subway.
• It is served by trains of the following service:
  • A (blue)
• Main entrance address: Beach 60th Street & Rockaway Freeway, Queens, NY 11692

Additional Station Information

• Unlike multi-line complexes, this station does not offer direct transfers to other subway lines within the same structure.
• The services operating here connect the Rockaway Peninsula with other parts of Queens, Brooklyn, and Manhattan.
  • A (blue) – The only subway line at this station.
• Station entrances are located at street level, beneath the elevated structure.

The station primarily serves a single line, facilitating transportation along the Rockaway Peninsula and to the rest of the city via the A service.

Importance and Location

• The station is located near the intersection of Beach 60th Street and Rockaway Freeway, in the Arverne neighborhood of Queens.
• Its strategic location makes it a key access point to important destinations such as:

  • Rockaway Beach and Boardwalk

    • Famous for being one of the largest urban beaches in the United States.
    • It offers opportunities for swimming, sunbathing, and surfing.
    • The boardwalk is ideal for walking, running, and cycling.
    • Access to various food concessions and services during the beach season.

  • Nearby Neighborhoods

    • Serves the neighborhoods of Arverne and Edgemere.
    • Close to the Arverne By The Sea residential development.
    • Provides a vital transportation link for local residents.

  • Additional Points of Interest

    • Convenient connection for residents to other points in Queens and Brooklyn.
    • Facilitates visitor access to the popular Rockaway coastal area.

History and Evolution

• The station has its origins in the Long Island Rail Road (LIRR) line, originally opened in this area in the 19th century and later rebuilt.
• It was incorporated into the New York City Subway system on June 28, 1956, along with much of the LIRR’s Rockaway Beach Branch.
• The station suffered significant damage during Hurricane Sandy in 2012 and required major repairs before reopening.

Interesting Facts

• It is a key station for accessing Rockaway Beach during the summer months.
• Its elevated structure offers views of the surrounding area.
• It is part of the only subway line that crosses the Rockaway Peninsula, providing an essential service to this coastal community.