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Lighthouse views, surf beaches and wild state parks wait at the eastern tip of Long Island.
Built in 1796, New York’s oldest lighthouse stands at the end of the peninsula. Climb its 137 steps for Atlantic views, best at sunrise.
Trails run along the bluffs above the Atlantic, and you may spot seals in the water. Photographers and nature lovers come for the views.
This former military base at the edge of Long Island is now a wild park for hiking, biking, horseback riding and camping.
With well over 190 campsites, this is where Montauk goes camping. Expect ocean views, sandy beaches, greenery and plenty of trails.
Montauk’s surf beach has big waves for surfers, sand for sunbathing and food trucks along the shore serving seafood and snacks.
Developer Carl Fisher blasted open a sandbar to create this salt lake, now a hub for boating with seafood restaurants nearby.
Eroded clay bluffs, panoramic Atlantic views and benches made for a picnic fill this park of more than 99 acres.
Ride horses along Montauk’s shoreline and countryside. Guides are on hand if you are new to horses.
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