Coopers Beach
Southampton Village's signature beach, with fine white sand and Atlantic surf in front of a row of oceanfront mansions. It has repeatedly ranked among America's best beaches.
Coopers Beach lies on the dune line at the south end of Southampton Village. Its wide, white sand is backed by Meadow Lane, which is lined with some of the most expensive oceanfront mansions in the Hamptons. The beach has repeatedly appeared on Dr. Beach's (Stephen Leatherman's) list of America's top ten beaches. In summer, lifeguards are on duty, and there are changing rooms, showers and snack stands. You can rent umbrellas and beach chairs. Non-residents pay a daily parking fee, about 50 dollars a day in peak season. Arrive before 10 a.m. on weekends for an easier time finding a parking space. From the center of Southampton Village, it's about a 10-minute bike ride.
Opening hours
All day (lifeguards approx. 09:00–17:00 in summer)
Nearby sights
- Southampton Village
- Parrish Art Museum
- Sag Harbor Whaling & Historical Museum
- Sag Harbor
- North Fork Wine Country
- Mashomack Preserve
- Shelter Island
- East Hampton Village