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The hamlet of Wading River was born of humble beginnings, named Pauquaconsuk by the natives that inhabited the shore, the literal translation was, "the place where we wade for thick, round-shelled clams." A mouthful of meaning, the term was later condensed to, "Wading in the River," a town was incorporated and the name took, fitting for the maritime locale.
Wading River is a small coastal section of town on the North Shore of Long Island. Riverhead lays claim to a majority of Wading River, while nearby Brookhaven maintains the remaining portion. Sprawling estates and historic cabins mingle and even the fast food joints here lend an air of days gone by. A tourist town by on summer days becomes a wistful paradise by winter night. Four seasons swing through, each offering a different glimpse into the character of this maritime community. View Wading River City Guide