Main Beach, East Hampton
Main Beach
The main beach of East Hampton village, where dunes and grey-shingled bathhouse pavilions form a classic Hamptons seascape.
Main Beach lies at the end of Ocean Avenue in East Hampton village. Its wide sandy beach has relatively clear water, and the grey wood-shingled bathhouse at the entrance is an iconic East Hampton scene. The surrounding area along Georgica Road is a stretch of celebrity mansions. In summer there are lifeguards, snack bars and showers, and it was once named one of America's best beaches. On peak-season weekends, you must buy a day parking pass in advance on the official website, or walk about 20 minutes or bike about 8 minutes from the village center. The sunset light over the dunes and beach grass is ideal for photos.
Opening hours
All day (lifeguards in summer)
Nearby sights
- East Hampton Village
- Guild Hall of East Hampton
- Hook Windmill
- LongHouse Reserve
- Pollock-Krasner House and Study Center
- Sag Harbor
- Sag Harbor Whaling & Historical Museum
- Mashomack Preserve