Montauk is a village on Long Island and is where Percy Jackson and his mom would occasionally vacation. This place brings memories to Sally Jackson as she claims that Poseidon brought her here before and it is also close to the sea. Percy was conceived here by Sally Jackson and Poseidon.
Montauk is a major tourist destination and has six state parks. It is particularly famous for its fishing, claiming to have more world saltwater fishing records than any other port in the world.
Yes, yes, yes! Montauk is so unique and cool. It is definitely worth visiting Montauk even if just for one day. Montauk has so many great hiking trails and nature preserves, beautiful beaches, lots of fishing and a lively town with so much to do!
Drinking alcohol on town beaches is permitted (yay) You are able to drive on Montauk beaches with a special town permit but only after 6p or before 10a (May-September) You are allowed to have a bon fire on the beach!
Village Parking LotFree parking near the center of village area, located behind the Montauk Bike Shop. Directions: Enter village area on Rte 27, turn North (away from ocean) onto S. Embassy St., make an immediate right into parking lot (next to Police Station).
All beaches are open daily July–Labor Day, though not all have lifeguards. Beach parking permits are available to residents for $50 per vehicle and to non-resident seasonal renters for $400 per vehicle.
It has no inlet or outlet stream and receives almost no stormwater runoff. As a result, Laurel Lake has some of the clearest pond water on Long Island! The clear waters of Laurel Lake produce some of the nicest holdover trout on Long Island.
Yes, visiting Montauk without a car is perfectly doable. You have various transportation options to get there from NYC, and to explore the town you can either walk around or rent a bike!