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Montauk is a small beachside community well-known for its sandy beaches, abundance of wildlife, and outdoor recreation scene. Some of the most popular land-based activities in Montauk are mountain biking, hiking, horseback riding, tennis, and golf. The waters surrounding Montauk are perfect for almost every water-based activity imaginable, including SCUBA diving, snorkeling, kite surfing, kayaking, and sailing. Visitors also have plenty of options for dining, shopping, and family-friendly entertainment in town. There are a series of beautiful hotels for guests to choose from, and camping is available in certain parts of Montauk as well.

Most secluded beach near New York City: Montauk
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Best Beaches in Georgia: Tybee Island Best Beaches in Rhode Island: Newport Best Beach in New Jersey: Ocean City Easiest Beaches to Get to in Massachusetts: Cape Cod Most activities for the whole family: Virginia Beach Most secluded beach near New York City: Montauk Best beaches in Delaware: Rehoboth Beach South Carolina beach with most attractions: Myrtle Beach Best beach in Maine: Kennebunk Second best beach in Georgia: Jekyll Island Best beaches in Maryland: Ocean City Best in New Hampshire: Hampton Beach Best island beaches in North Carolina: Ocracoke Island Best beach for couples in Rhode Island: Block Island Best South Carolina beaches for couples: Kiawah Island Most romantic town beach in Maine: Bar Harbor Most luxurious and secluded beaches for couples, Nantucket, Massachusetts Best New Jersey beach for families: Wildwood Crest Best South Carolina beach with kids: Hilton Head Island Best Delaware beach with kids: Dewey Beach Best Maine for adventure: Ogunquit Massachusetts' most famous beaches: Martha’s Vineyard Best romantic North Carolina beaches: Bald Head Island Best Connecticut day trip beach: Bridgeport

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