Did You Know? The only Revolutionary War battle fought on the East End started with soldiers carrying whaleboats across a Southold beach in the dark. They rowed around Shelter Island, took Sag Harbor before sunrise, and lost no one. There is a version of this trip where you leave early,…
Read More
Montauk is known for its beaches, bluffs, fishing, and surf. But seeing this end of Long Island from horseback riding offers a different kind of access to the landscape. Horseback riding lets you explore hidden trails and scenic views. Guided rides travel through open parkland and toward the shoreline, combining…
Read More
Did You Know? The Paumanok Path runs 125 miles from Rocky Point out to Montauk Point, crossing the towns of Brookhaven, Riverhead, Southampton, and East Hampton before it ends at the lighthouse. Several of the trails in this guide are stretches of that same path, which means an easy afternoon…
Read More
Estimated reading time: 6 minutes Each summer, humpback and finback whales feed in the water off Montauk, close enough that a boat can carry you out and back in an afternoon. Each winter, harbor seals haul out on the sandbars and rocks along the shoreline, sometimes by the hundred. If…
Read More
Some of the East End’s most memorable moments don’t happen on land, they happen on the water. Paddle through quiet salt marshes as ospreys soar overhead, glide across a glassy bay at sunrise, or catch your first wave at Ditch Plains. From the protected waters of the Peconic Estuary to…
Read More
There’s a reason the beaches of Long Island’s East End have become one of New York’s most iconic summer destinations. From nationally recognized ocean beaches and peaceful bayside escapes to the rocky shoreline of the Long Island Sound, every stretch of coastline offers something a little different. With its beautiful…
Read More
Summer evenings on the East End have a rhythm all their own. As the sun begins to set, village greens, waterfront parks, and beachfront venues come alive with live music that brings locals and visitors together night after night. Whether you’re packing a picnic, grabbing takeout from a favorite local…
Read More
This Fourth of July is more than the start of a summer weekend. It marks America’s Semiquincentennial, the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. America’s 250th Comes to the East End While communities across the country are planning celebrations, Long Island’s East End offers something unique:…
Read More
Are you in the mood for live music but don’t want to stray far from the waterside? The East End has you covered! This summer, local waterfront restaurants and businesses are hosting a myriad of musicians and bands to add a vibrant soundtrack to your days. Whether you’re lounging on…
Read More
Did you know that the East End of Long Island is home to a remarkable variety of breweries? If you didn’t, now you do! This summer, these breweries are turning up the heat with a fantastic lineup of live musicians, making them the perfect spots for a night out. Imagine…
Read More
If you are planning a trip to the East End and enjoy camping we have some ideal places to park your RV/camper, pitch a tent or rent a cottage. The campgrounds on Long Island's East End offer some of the most stunning ocean views, hiking trails, and unique wildlife habitats.…
Read More
Top Camping Sites Across the East End The campgrounds across the East End of Long Island include some of the most breathtaking ocean views, hiking trails and unique wildlife habits. The scenic surroundings capture the beauty and bounty of the region, making it the ideal year-round camping destination. We have…
Read More
