South Fork Travel Guide

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The Montauk Point Light is a lighthouse located adjacent to Montauk Point State Park, at the easternmost point of Long Island, in the hamlet of Montauk in the Town of East Hampton in Suffolk County, New York. The lighthouse was the first to be built within the state of New York, and was the first public works project of the new United States. It is the fourth oldest active lighthouse in the United States.
The Montauk Point Light is a lighthouse located adjacent to Montauk Point State Park, at the easternmost point of Long Island, in the hamlet of Montauk in the Town of East Hampton in Suffolk County, New York. The lighthouse was the first to be built within the state of New York, and was the first public works project of the new United States. It is the fourth oldest active lighthouse in the United States.
We are divinely connected by the waters .
Sunrise at montauk lighthouse. The light house is north from this side
View through the reeds of Montauk Lighthouse. A few paths and trails to explore around this location.

Where to stay in South Fork

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East Hampton North

The beaches and restaurants are just a few features travellers like about East Hampton North. If you want to do some sightseeing nearby, LongHouse Reserve and Regal UA East Hampton are a few top places to visit.

East Hampton North
Great gentle beach to come to with little kids.  Bring nets to catch guppies and crabs.

Amagansett North

While visiting Amagansett North, you might make a stop by sights like The Hamptons Beaches and Amelia Cottage Museum.

Amagansett North
Ditch Plains Beach

Ditch Plains

If you're spending some time in Ditch Plains, Ditch Plains Beach and The Hamptons Beaches are top sights worth seeing.

Ditch Plains
Just south off of the main drag in Montauk, perfect beach.

Downtown Montauk

If you're spending some time in Downtown Montauk, South Edison Beach and The Hamptons Beaches are top sights worth seeing.

Downtown Montauk
The Eli Zabar folks (of upper E side bagel fame in NYC) bought this place a while back, and turned it into a legitimate, high-end, specialty food market. Coffee station as you enter, then pass all the insane baked goods (bagels, french style pastries, coffee cakes, muffins of all kinds), then produce (sourced locally), meats, cheeses; just a great

Amagansett Dunes

While visiting Amagansett Dunes, you might make a stop by sights like Indian Wells Beach and Amagansett Beach.

Amagansett Dunes
One of those minimalist stores where every item is hand picked and cool. Casual elegance (read pricey).  Mainly solid, neutral colors.  Also find leather bags, leather flops, and unique awesome jewelry - like a chunky 24k skull and crossbones ring or tooth pendant

Amagansett Lanes

While visiting Amagansett Lanes, you might make a stop by sights like The Hamptons Beaches and Amagansett Square.

Amagansett Lanes
The Bentley Hotel Southampton

The Bentley Hotel Southampton

2 out of 5
161 Hills Station Rd Southampton NY
The price is AU$186 per night from 1 Feb to 2 Feb
AU$186
1 Feb - 2 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Southampton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (427 reviews)
room was very clean and the staff is great love the Bentley

Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026

The Bentley Hotel Southampton
The Sagaponack

The Sagaponack

3 out of 5
3720 Montauk Hwy Wainscott NY
The price is AU$325 per night from 23 Jan to 24 Jan
AU$325
23 Jan - 24 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this B&B in Wainscott. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (221 reviews)
beach bonfire on my tv upon welcome was such a nice touch! thank you :) 9/10!! towels had a slight odor (maybe just left in the washer too long) and there were a few hairs on the shower wall when i went to use it for the first time. otherwise room was gorgeous and really pretty grounds. super easy ...

Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026

The Sagaponack
The Atlantic Hotel

The Atlantic Hotel

2.5 out of 5
1655 County Road 39 Southampton NY
Stay at this hotel in Southampton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
7/10 Good! (978 reviews)
Staff was very friendly room was clean and comfortable

Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026

The Atlantic Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Delightful Southampton Retreat with Heated Pool & Jacuzzi, Near Beach & Shopping

Delightful Southampton Retreat with Heated Pool & Jacuzzi, Near Beach & Shopping

Southampton NY
Stay at this family-friendly holiday home in Southampton. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, private pools and a garden. Popular attractions Southampton Golf Range and Sebonack ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (32 reviews)
The perfect spot for our niece’s wedding weekend.The property is spacious and well appointed. Close to everything but still feels private. Comfortable beds and sitting areas. The pool was amazing and a great spot to relax between wedding events. We had 7 adults stay there was plenty of room for everyone. ...

Reviewed on 26 Sept 2025

Delightful Southampton Retreat with Heated Pool & Jacuzzi, Near Beach & Shopping
Windward Shores Ocean Resort

Windward Shores Ocean Resort

3 out of 5
2062 Montauk Highway Amagansett NY
Stay at this beach aparthotel in Amagansett. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (304 reviews)
Excellent location. Rooms well configured. Very close to the beach.

Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025

Windward Shores Ocean Resort
Beautiful Waterfront, Sun, Sky, Hot Tub Open Year Round & Gameroom!

Beautiful Waterfront, Sun, Sky, Hot Tub Open Year Round & Gameroom!

Hampton Bays NY
Stay at this beach holiday home in Hampton Bays. Enjoy a beach locale, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Meschutt Beach and Good Ground Park ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (129 reviews)
Weekend getaway

Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025

Beautiful Waterfront, Sun, Sky, Hot Tub Open Year Round & Gameroom!
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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