You probably associate Long Island with New York City, but the island is also home to state parks, whaling towns, and many lighthouses. Long Island Sound has been notorious for centuries as a dangerous area for sailors. The sound is full of jagged rocks and hidden shoals that endanger sailing to this day. As a result, over 30 lighthouses have been built on Long Island, and although some have been demolished, Suffolk County still has more lighthouses than any other county in the US. They are beautiful, eye-catching monuments to Long Island’s history of maritime activity. Not all the lighthouses…
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Come out and join this year’s Fall Festival, which will feature everything from live music to Octoberfest eats. There will also be a clam chowder contest on Saturday, October 12, at 11 AM.
Head out to Montauk for Lighthouse Weekend, featuring live militia re-enactments, demonstrations, the Kings of the Coast Pirates, and other fun for all ages. Parking fees and lighthouse admission apply. 10:00 AM – 05:00 PM
Montauk Music Festival is celebrating its 10th anniversary with a lineup and showcase of local headliners and known musicians. Enjoy an outdoor concert at the lighthouse appetizers, wine, beer and signature drinks. Date/Time: Friday to Sunday, May 17 to 19th 11am-6pm
Observe the wintering seals at Montauk Point State Park throughout the rest of March. Take a leisurely beach walk led by a professional naturist to an area where up to 4 different species of seal can be observed. To make reservations and/or for more information, please call (631) 668-5000
Fish in local waters at the Montauk Classic Surf Fishing Tournament has casters vying to catch the biggest bluefish and striped bass. Register at State Park Headquarters or Paulie’s Tackle of Montauk. Friday, Sept. 21- Sunday, Sept. 23 (NOON)