Ditch Plains Beach

Ditch Plains Beach is a must-visit spot in Montauk! The beach offers excellent surfing and bodyboarding with some of the best waves on Long Island. The views are stunning, and the atmosphere is perfect for a relaxing day by the water. Pros: Ample parking available Bike rack for those who prefer cycling Clean restrooms on-site Cons: It can get crowded during peak season, but it's worth it! Ditch Plains Beach is a fantastic destination for beach lovers and surf enthusiasts. Don't miss out on this gem!

Beautiful beach and cliffs from Shadmoor park.

This locals beach is famous the world over for Atlantic surfing. You can only park with a resident or town permit (and the town permit only works for the DIRT parking lot further to the east), and they do ticket like crazy. In the first parking lot, there are a couple of food trucks for snacks, and bathroom facilities in the summer. It's a beautiful location, but you can see a similar type of beach when you are at Montauk state park at the lighthouse.

Still love this beach. Can get crowded on the weekends and during surfing events. Dog friendly before 10:00 and after 6:00 in season. 24/7 pet friendly offseason

You can spend hours looking at the beautiful rocks on this not-too-crowded public beach. Great parking, bathrooms on site, and pet friendly. It is a must-see if you are in the area.

If you’re a surfer or in need of a good (windy) beach walk, then this would definitely get more stars from me. I’ve only given it three in terms of family friendly clean white sands which this beach isn’t as good for compared to lower down the cost. There’s quite a few stones on the beach at high tide. It offers a comfort station (not open yet) and some parking. Kids enjoyed small dune jumping where permitted at the back of the beach.

Montauk's best beach. The top hangout for anyone looking for surfing near the Hamptons. Offers beautiful views and a long stretch of beach to walk or lounge. Usually windy, hence the excellent surfing conditions, so typically doesn't disappoint the crowds.

Love this surfer beach full of friendly local. Can get packed but people are always coming and going, so be patient and you'll find a stop. 3 food truck provide refreshments (but always better and cheaper to bring your own). Public rest rooms get lots of use , but always are useable. No parking for non residents, so walk, bike or uber to enjoy.