Beach Driving

A Town of East Hampton permit is required to drive on the beach. Learn more about how to obtain a permit.

Beach Fires

Learn more about beach fires and what restrictions may apply.

Beach Parking Permits

To use Village beaches, you must display a valid parking permit on your vehicle from May 15th through September 15th.

Beach Parties

Find out what guidelines apply to beach parties and if a permit is required.

Environmental Protection

The beach and dunes are fragile ecosystems. The Village requires the protection of designated bird nesting areas and beach and dune vegetation

Fireworks

The East Hampton Fire Department sponsors a fireworks show every year at Main Beach. Learn more about the fireworks show.

Lifeguard Information

Find information for lifeguards including training and tournament information.

Litter

Village beaches are among the most renowned and beautiful in the world. Beach users are required to keep the part of the beach they use clean.

Ocean Awareness Program

There is an ocean awareness program offered by lifeguards for the public a number of times throughout the summer at Main Beach.

Pets

Dogs and other animals are not permitted on the beach between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. daily from May 15th through September 15th.

Safety

Learn more about the safety signals for the East Hampton beaches.

Schedule

Beaches are open weekends and holidays only starting Memorial Day until the last Saturday in June. Beaches open daily, seven days a week, starting the last Saturday in June through Labor Day.

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