power of the water can overwhelm even expe-
rienced swimmers caught in a strong current,
or rip. To be safe, always swim at a beach with
a lifeguard and never swim alone.
permits required at all beaches except Kirk
Park Beach in the Village and Hither Hills State
Park. A beach permit is free for town residents
and a non-resident permit costs $375 per year.
Many hotels and motels provide permits for
their guests. Purchase these permits at the
Town Hall Annex at the Montauk Playhouse.
lic beaches from 10 5 weekends starting
Memorial Day weekend, then daily from June
18 Labor Day, and then on weekends until
the end of September, except as noted for
certain beaches.
9 am and 6 pm from May 15 through the end
of September. No restrictions apply for the
remainder of the year. Montauk has no leash
laws and dogs may run on the beach with super-
vision when permitted. Owners are expected
to exercise control, particularly on crowded
beaches, and to clean up after their dogs.
the town beaches can be obtained at the Town
Hall Annex in the Montauk Playhouse. Free
to East Hampton property owners with proof
of residency, $275 per year for non-residents.
By law, vehicles must stay off the beaches
between 10 am-6 pm from May-September.
Permits to drive at the state park beaches are
for sale at Montauk Downs.
of South Edison Street, this popular beach
has a lifeguard on duty during the summer
months, restaurants, restrooms, and stores
this sandy beach stretches over 500 feet. Park
at Kirk Park parking lot. Public restrooms
located next to the parking lot. Lifeguards,
restaurants and stores are within walking
distance, along with a park and picnic area
across the street.
east of the Village on the ocean with parking
by permit only at two parking areas. This
iconic beach has beautiful cliffs rising at its
western end at Shadmoor Park, restrooms,
outdoor showers, lifeguards during the sum-
mer season, and concession trailers that serve
more than just snacks.
Sound; and named for the cattle gins, or pens,
that resided here for hundreds of years, Gin
Beach is great for families with children,
with gentle water and sandy beaches. You can
watch the boats come in and out of Montauk
Harbor, or take a walk on the jetty. Parking
by permit only. Restrooms, outdoor showers,
a concession trailer, lifeguards during the
summer season, and a near by restaurant and
market provide all the family needs for a day
at the beach.
with lifeguards on duty Memorial Day week-
end, and then daily from June 25thLabor Day.
Non-campers pay a $10 parking fee. Facili-
ties include lifeguards, a playground, picnic
tables, outdoor showers, restrooms, a chang-
ing area, and a general store.
favorite beach to launch ocean kayaks, paddle-
boards, and small boats. The beach is pebbly, so
take those swim shoes. Parking by permit only.
No restrooms and no lifeguards.