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π Montauk is a small village in the easternmost part of Long Island, and it features gorgeous beaches, great seafood, and mind-blowing landscapes that make it a worthy day-trip destination.
πΊπΈ Visit the Lighthouse and Montauk Point State Park. Itβs the oldest lighthouse in New York State, and due to its location in the easternmost area of Long Island, it is often referred to as The End.
πΆπΎββοΈ Explore Downtown Montauk. This cute town is the perfect setting for taking a stroll around the pretty streets and window-shopping at the boutiques.
π©± Relax at the Beaches in Montauk. Check out Ditch Plains Beach, a long stretch of sand backed with impressive green cliffs, a favorite spot for surfers with its fantastic waves.
π¦ Hungry? Lobster Roll has been serving its famous dish since the 1950s. Be sure to enjoy their staple Lobster Roll, either cold or hot, with a drink by the beach, or scan the menu to find your favorite seafood meal.
πΊ Thirsty? Checkout Montauk Brewing Co for a fun outdoor patio and ideal day drinking experience!@...More
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if you've lived in new york long enough, you've made the mandatory road trip out to long island. as a native new yorker, i took this trip with my family right after graduating from college a couple years ago. it was a 2 hour drive from the eastern end of queens, so about 2.5 hours from manhattan. you can also take the LIRR from jamaica then a short uber, but be ready to be on the train for 3+ hours. it's gorgeous and sunny, and there are so many great beaches nearby (south edison, napeague to name a few) to cool down after your lighthouse visit. would highly recommend making it an overnight weekend trip to incorporate other great long island things to do, such as the hamptons, vineyards, fishing, seafood, etc....More
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Perfect for long weekend getaway! 4 hour drive from NYC, Visit the beach and enjoy the nature
Oldest Lighthouse in New York: Built in 1796, the Montauk Lighthouse holds the prestigious title of being the oldest lighthouse in New York State. It's a true piece of early American history.
The Montauk Point Light, or Montauk Point Lighthouse, is a lighthouse located adjacent to Montauk Point State Park at the easternmost point of Long Island in Montauk, New York. The lighthouse was the first to be built within the state of New York. It is the fourth oldest active lighthouse in the United States. Montauk Point Light is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. In 2012, it was designated as a National Historic Landmark for its significance to New York and international shipping in the early Federal period....More
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