Yes — the one non-negotiable Montauk stop, even if you just sit on the rocks and watch longboarders for an hour.
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Ditch Plains Beach
Montauk
Budget
$
Lifeguards
9am-5pm (in season)
Restrooms
Yes
Food
Yes
Best at midday (S-facing)
Live cam
Live camera · Surfline
Conditions · Wind & weather
Dog policy by month
Top row = early morning. Bottom row = daytime.
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Off-leash OKLeash requiredNo dogs
Riptide notes
Legendary surf break; strong currents.
Best conditions
Surfers' favorite; big on SW swell.
Accessibility
No accessibility features listed.
Community
LGBTQ+ friendly
Dog friendly (see schedule)
Parking
Permit needed: East Hampton Town resident permit
Need to know if your address qualifies for a permit that parks here?
Open parking checker