Atlantic beach at the end of Ocean Avenue in the Village of East Hampton. Village beach-parking permit rules apply.
Early access
Check Village of East Hampton parking permit requirements; Town of East Hampton permits are a separate system.
Dawn patrol surfing in East Hampton
East Hampton, New York
Recommendations refresh every 30 minutes based on tide, wind, and crowd telemetry from Quiver.
First light in East Hampton means glass, empty peaks, and the best conditions of the day before thermal onshores build. These 1 spots are worth the 5am alarm.
East Hampton surf report today
| Beach | Height | Wind | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|
| Main Beach (East Hampton) | 1.1 ft | 5 mph | 90/100 |
Featured Beaches
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Today's dawn patrol plan in East Hampton
Best window
2:30 PM–3:30 PM
incoming tide, light winds, good swell angle
Glassy morning conditions before onshore windsLess crowded lineups at sunriseEast-facing beaches for sunrise viewsSpots with easy parking for early arrivals
Dawn patrol access guide for East Hampton
Parking and access info for early morning sessions before sunrise.
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Wave Quality7/10
Crowd4/10
Overall8/10
Logging once helps tune East Hampton picks.
Frequently Asked Questions
About surfing in East Hampton
- Dawn patrol in East Hampton typically starts at first light, around 30 minutes before sunrise. This gives you the glassiest conditions before onshore winds develop.
- Early morning offers glassy conditions, fewer crowds, and calmer winds. Water temperature is also warmer relative to air temperature at sunrise.
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