Yes — the polished Hamptons beach day if you can get a parking permit. Lifeguards, snack bar, the full scene.
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Main Beach
East Hampton
Budget
$
Lifeguards
10am-5pm (Memorial Day weekend-Labor Day weekend)
Restrooms
Yes
Food
Yes
Best at midday (S-facing)
Live cam
Live camera · YouTube Live
YouTube Live
Conditions · Wind & weather
Dog policy by month
Top row = early morning. Bottom row = daytime.
| Time | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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Off-leash OKLeash requiredNo dogs
Riptide notes
Strong rip currents common mid-to-late summer; swim near lifeguards.
Best conditions
Best in calm S/SW winds; avoid NE blow.
Accessibility
- mobi-mat
- accessible-restroom
- beach-wheelchair-on-request
Mobi-mat installed in season.
Community
LGBTQ+ friendly
Dog friendly (see schedule)
Parking
Permit needed: East Hampton Village · $50/day non-resident digital permit via ParkMobile zone 59204 (Mon–Thu; Fri–Sun at Beach Manager's discretion) · enforced by licence-plate scanner
Need to know if your address qualifies for a permit that parks here?
Open parking checker