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Key Facts
Area | 35.8 sq mi (92.8 km²) — land: 18.5 sq mi, water: 17.3 sq mi
Population | ~4,318 (2020 census); median age ~51 years
Location | 118 miles east of New York City, at the tip of Long Island’s South Fork
Climate | Humid continental; warm summers, cold winters; average annual rainfall ~46 inches, ~110 rainy days per year (regional Long Island averages)
Elevation | 33 ft (10 m) above sea level
Economy | Tourism, fishing (largest fleet in NY State), hospitality
Cultural Note | Name derives from the Montaukett tribe, native to the area
Highlights of Interest
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Montauk Point Lighthouse – first in New York, fourth oldest active in the U.S.
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State Parks – six parks including Camp Hero and Hither Hills.
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Fishing Capital – claims more saltwater fishing records than any other port worldwide.
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Surf Culture – Ditch Plains Beach is iconic for surfers.
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Nature Reserves – pristine trails and coastal landscapes perfect for hiking and birdwatching.