Amagansett beach permits and parking
Amagansett has no beach office. Its beaches are run by the Town of East Hampton: Indian Wells is for resident permits only, and Atlantic Avenue sells $50 daily parking on weekdays.
- Controls the sand
- Town of East Hampton
- Residents
- Free Town parking permit
- Non-residents
- $600 general permit, or $50 weekday daily parking at Atlantic Avenue
- Renters
- Registration address decides; see the East Hampton renter guide
Amagansett is a hamlet inside the Town of East Hampton, so every public beach here uses a Town permit. The Town’s page for Indian Wells Beach lists parking for Town residents only. Atlantic Avenue Beach is the one lot where a visitor can pay. If you are renting a house in Amagansett, read the East Hampton renter guide.
Beaches in Amagansett
| Beach | Run by | Day parking |
|---|---|---|
| Indian Wells Beach | Town of East Hampton | Residents only |
| Atlantic Avenue Beach | Town of East Hampton | $50, weekdays |
| Napeague Lane Beach | Town of East Hampton | No |
| Big Albert’s Landing Beach | Town of East Hampton | Confirm with Town |
| Little Albert’s Landing Beach | Town of East Hampton | No |
| Lazy Point Beach | Town of East Hampton | No |
How the permit works
The Town of East Hampton page lists categories. Residents pay nothing. Non-residents pay $600 for a general permit, or $175 for family, cooperative or lodging categories. Day parking at Atlantic Avenue is $50 on weekdays and never on summer weekends or holidays.
Nearby state land
Hither Hills State Park, in Napeague just east, charges a vehicle use fee instead of a Town permit. See the state park page and the non-resident access guide.
Plan the rest of the trip
Hamptons Beach Day helps you choose a beach once you know you can park. Hamptons Commute covers getting to Amagansett by Jitney, train or car. Eat Hamptons lists restaurants in Amagansett, and Hamptons Year Round covers living there outside summer.
Common questions
Who issues beach permits in Amagansett?
Town of East Hampton at (631) 324-4142. Buy only from the issuing office.
Can a day visitor park at a beach in Amagansett?
Yes, but only at some beaches: Atlantic Avenue Beach ($50, weekdays). See the daily parking guide for the rules on each.
Sources
Checked October 2026; page updated . Rules and prices on this page describe the 2026 season unless a line says otherwise.