Montauk Point Lighthouse

Welcome to the Montauk Point Lighthouse, the oldest lighthouse in New York State. The Lighthouse was authorized by the Second Congress, under President George Washington, in 1792. Construction began on June 7, 1796 and was completed on November 5, 1796.

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    (631) 668-2554

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    montauklighthouse.com

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Address

2000 Montauk Hwy Montauk , NY 11954 United States

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Rebecca Balnis

Incredible to think this is where my grandfather patrolled the beaches on horseback during the Cold War. The lighthouse has evolved past its initial design, it now guides us through our very history.

Steve Coleman

The best part of this beautiful place is outside the lighthouse , not in. Walk down to the beach and up around the rocks. Stay away from the tick grass.

Guri Venstad

Rather than paying the $9 entrance fee to go in to the lighthouse , walk down the trail to the left for free and enjoy the beautiful views of the lighthouse from the beach

Chet Mancini

If you don't want to climb the lighthouse don't bother paying admission. You can walk around the fence along the rocks for free and get great views .

ToryBurch

Be sure to check out this incredible lighthouse and Museum . If you're not afraid of heights make the climb to the top for the best view in town .

Boston Kurt

Well preserved and maintained. Perfect experience for the whole family. Cook out and journey to another time.

Gordon Mei

$8 parking , $10 lighthouse admission. also check out the benches overlooking the Atlantic in the parking area.

Lisa Murphy

The stairway to the top is very narrow and kinda scary, but it's a cool view at the top. The history museum inside the house is really interesting.

Lesley OCG

A must see! The air is just incredible, the views spectacular!

Kat W

Come wearing shoes with good traction-the rocks are slippery- and the view is incredible

Doug Wampler

Go after 4pm for free parking and sunset views .

Kelly

Great time in Montauk today. Never been here before and could not believe the view ! The Lighthouse was really cool too. Such a fun day out!????????????☀️

Nabil Bazzari

Lovely views . When done go to the coffee house next door for coffee next to the water

Susumu

$11 for admission and to climb the lighthouse , you need flat shoes . Heels are not allowed. Open hours change seasonally so check the website.

Nat Piccione

Beautiful location. You will pay a fee to park and pay a fee to get in the Lighthouse Location.

Kimmie Ohh

Lovely, scenic views . Just an FYI, there’s a fee to enter the lighthouse .

Diana Clarke

Currently closed, but you can park nearby and look from afar. Unfortunately you can't go inside.

Michele Dowling

Nice place. By the time we got there it was very busy.

Olivier Dellacherie

Amazing landscape. So wild and quiet .

Jason

George Washington commissioned this lighthouse ! Go to the top for a view . 133 stairs

Katie Kupkakes

Take your beer down to the water for some frolicking :)

Sandra Baez

Beautiful views . Watch out for the many aggressive, gigantic bees.

Scott Jough

Spending the day w/the Family in #StrongIsland. Best to wear a Baseball Cap - very windy! "Whew"

Tim Russo

Even on a cloudy day .....

Siobhan Becker

Makes for gorgeous photographs . Many small motels to stay at near by.

Kelly A

All I have to say is...historical landmark ...amazing..THE END (haha)

Duane Spearman Jr

Pay the 9 dollars plus parking you cheap bastards. It's beautiful!!!!

Becki Mazauskas

So beautiful here in the Summer, but I think the Fall would even be better!

CJ Gleeson

Awesome views , great place to catch the sunrise

Lexi N

Beautiful views

Frances Hoyt

Beautiful, even on a cloudy day !!

Jeremy Ryan

Great place to go Geocaching. That's right, hidden treasure right under your nose. Go to www.Geocaching.com and join the hunt.

Peter S

11$ for person too much fir this place. Nothing to see. Just lighthouse .

Darwin Esteban

The hills that are there and the beach .

Justin Williams

Have to see the Xmas lights! Have Santa there for the lighting of the building.

Jennifer Burke

Military personnel are free this weekend. Awesome!

Zachary DiDomenick

Saved $8.00 on parking by going on a weekday...

Robin Colman

Beautiful view .

Kat Sederquist

you can call them ahead to make sure it's clear out...sometimes fog rolls in and will spoil the view .

Kristi T.

Climb the tower

Wesley Mason

Climb to the top of the Lighthouse . Always great on a sunny day. Don't get there late, they do close by 5pm Read more

Anil Ramchand

Empire State Pass means you don't have to pay for parking .

Наталья

Amazing views !

James D

It is tight climbing up. Not for the claustrophobic

Emil H

Minimum height to climb the lighthouse is 41"

vanessa marie

Check out the WWII bunker that fell over into the water on the South side of the lighthouse .

Jeff Petriello

<3 if Brand New brought you here.

R Levy

History and views !!!

Tom O'Reilly

Great place

Anne Lac

Be prepared to pony up $8 for parking , then $9/adult to visit here.

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