Montauk Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
census-designated place in New York, United States
About Montauk
Montauk is known by many Long Island residents as "The End," because it is the easternmost point of the island and New York state. Montauk has a rich history. It is named after the Montaukett tribe that lived on the lands that now encompass Montauk. Urban legend tells of Captain Kidd burying treasure somewhere in Montauk around 1700. Montauk is also home to the oldest ranch in the United States, Deep Hollow Ranch. At the point of the hamlet stands Montauk Point Lighthouse, the first lighthouse built in New York and fourth-oldest lighthouse in the United States. Montauk is home to the largest commercial and recreational fishing fleet in the state of New York. It boasts the claim that it has more saltwater fishing records than any other port in the world.
Top Attractions in Montauk
Explore the best things to see and do in Montauk:
- ★Amsterdam Beach State Park
- ★Camp Hero State Park
- ★Hither Hills State Park
- ★Montauk Bike Shop
- ★Montauk County Park
- ★Montauk Downs State Park
- ★Montauk Point Lighthouse
- ★Montauk Point State Park
Where to Eat in Montauk
Must-try local food and restaurants:
- 🍴Duryea's Lobster Deck
- 🍴Fishbar Montauk Seafood Restaurant
- 🍴Harvest on Fort Pond
- 🍴Montauk Bake Shoppe
- 🍴Montauk Yacht Club Resort & Marina
- 🍴Naturally Good Foods & Café
Where to Stay in Montauk
- 🏨Gurney's Inn Spa & Salon
- 🏨Hartman's Briney Breezes Motel
- 🏨Memory Motel
- 🏨Montauk Manor
- 🏨Ocean Resort Inn
- 🏨Sands Motel
Montauk Travel Guide Sections
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