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Couple sitting on the boardwalk in front of the Fire Island Lighthouse.

Rachel and Joe’s romantic Robert Moses State Park engagement photos captured that magical moment between spring and summer — where the air is light, the skies glow gold, and love feels like it’s just beginning to bloom.

Rachel and Joe share an intimate embrace at sunset in the tall dune grasses of Fire Island, their foreheads gently touching as the golden light surrounds them in warmth and quiet connection.

From the first step onto the boardwalk, they brought joy, spontaneity, and connection to every frame. This was an engagement session full of laughter, warmth, and gentle wind off the water — the kind of images that feel as light and free as the couple themselves.

Rachel and Joe twirl barefoot on a wooden boardwalk surrounded by lush greenery and golden reeds, their joy framed by the soft, coastal light of early evening at Robert Moses State Park.

A Coastal Location Made for Romance

Robert Moses State Park

Located on the western end of Fire Island, Robert Moses State Park is a local treasure for couples who love the sand, sea, and skies. With windswept dunes, wide-open beaches, and its iconic lighthouse, this spot offers more than just a pretty backdrop — it invites storytelling.

Rachel and Joe stand barefoot beneath a stone archway at Robert Moses State Park, sharing a quiet moment as she lifts her heel with a smile, surrounded by soft light and the natural textures of the historic beach pavilion.

We started the session along the boardwalks and soft sands. Rachel and Joe danced, twirled, and sunk into laughter, the kind that feels completely effortless. The golden May light wrapped around them, casting a soft, romantic glow over each image.

Rachel and Joe share a tender forehead-to-forehead moment while seated on a rustic wooden railing along the Fire Island boardwalk, surrounded by soft greenery and early spring light, her engagement ring gently nestled between their hands.
Rachel and Joe walk hand-in-hand along the boardwalk at Robert Moses State Park, sharing a carefree laugh as golden evening light bathes the path behind them — a playful moment that captures the spirit of their spring engagement session.

Fire Island National Seashore

After exploring Robert Moses, we took a walk into the quieter stretches of the Fire Island National Seashore. Here, the dune grasses swayed in rhythm with the breeze, and the sky stretched endlessly above. The mood shifted — from playfulness to intimacy. Rachel rested her head on Joe’s shoulder. The images here are still, gentle, and full of emotional texture.

Rachel and Joe share a quiet embrace at sunset beneath the Fire Island Lighthouse, framed by warm skies and coastal evergreens — a cinematic moment that captures the historic charm and emotional depth of their Robert Moses engagement session.

Why We Love Beach Engagement Sessions at Robert Moses

As a New York engagement photographer, I love Robert Moses and Fire Island for their natural beauty and emotional versatility. Within a single hour, we can go from high-energy candids to timeless, serene portraits — all with soft light and cinematic landscapes.

Rachel and Joe sit barefoot in the sand dunes of Fire Island, wrapped in each other’s arms and laughter, framed by soft grasses and golden evening light during their romantic beach engagement session.

Each couple makes this place feel new, and Rachel and Joe brought their own sense of joy and adventure. Their love didn’t just show — it radiated.

Rachel and Joe share a joyful kiss as waves crash around their legs at the shoreline of Robert Moses State Park, drenched in light and laughter during their spring beach engagement session.

Planning Your Own Romantic Robert Moses State Park Engagement Photos

Thinking of your own Robert Moses State Park engagement photos? Here are a few things to know:

  • Weekdays in spring and early fall offer the best light and the fewest crowds.
  • Sunset brings golden light and calmer energy — perfect for romantic portraits.
  • The nearby Fire Island lighthouse trail adds depth and story to your session.
Rachel laughs as Joe carries her on his back along the beach at Robert Moses State Park, her arms wrapped around him as the soft shoreline stretches into the distance — a playful, love-filled moment from their spring engagement session.

Whether you envision playful, windswept candids or quiet intimacy by the dunes, this is one of the best beach locations for engagement photos in New York.

Let’s plan a session that feels like you.

We recommend shooting here close to sunset for the most comfortable weather and best light. Reach out and we’d love to help you plan your session here — or explore other iconic Long Island engagement locations.

Rachel and Joe share a quiet embrace in silhouette against a glowing amber sky at sunset, standing on the boardwalk at Fire Island with the golden light casting a romantic, timeless mood over their beach engagement session.

About the Photographer

Stephen Mayo is the founder and lead photographer of Heritage House, a boutique wedding photography studio based in New York. Known for timeless, emotional imagery and legacy-driven storytelling, Stephen’s work has been featured in Sophisticated Weddings, Fearless Photographers, and trusted by couples and planners across the Tri-State area.

Rachel and Joe stand barefoot at the edge of the beach, hand in hand, gazing out at the horizon over the Atlantic Ocean — a serene, forward-looking portrait from their Fire Island engagement session.
A close-up of Rachel’s hand wrapped around Joe’s shoulders, showcasing her radiant cushion-cut engagement ring and soft pink nails, captured along the boardwalk at Robert Moses State Park.

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