East Hampton beach permits and parking
East Hampton has two permit systems. The Village's five beaches cost $750 for a non-resident season or $50 by day; the Town's beaches are free for residents and $600 for non-residents. Stickers do not cross over.
- Village beaches
- Main, Georgica, Egypt, Wiborg, Two Mile Hollow: Village permit, $750 non-resident season in 2026
- Town beaches
- Maidstone, Springs landings and others: Town of East Hampton permit, free for residents
- Day visitor
- $50 at Main Beach Lot 2 or Two Mile Hollow, Monday to Thursday
- Renter route
- Year-round tenants can qualify as residents; summer renters buy non-resident or day parking
East Hampton is the most confusing place on the South Fork to buy a permit, because the Village of East Hampton and the Town of East Hampton both sell their own stickers and neither accepts the other. A mistaken purchase is not refunded. If you rent, start with the East Hampton renter guide.
Beaches in East Hampton
| Beach | Run by | Day parking |
|---|---|---|
| Maidstone Park Beach | Town of East Hampton | No |
| Main Beach | Village of East Hampton | $50, Lot 2, Mon-Thu |
| Georgica Beach | Village of East Hampton | No |
| Egypt Beach | Village of East Hampton | No |
| Wiborg Beach | Village of East Hampton | No |
| Two Mile Hollow Beach | Village of East Hampton | $50, Mon-Thu |
| Louse Point Beach | Town of East Hampton | No |
| Sammy’s Beach | Town of East Hampton | No |
| Gerard Drive Park Beach | Town of East Hampton | No |
| Flaggy Hole Beach | Town of East Hampton | No |
| Cedar Point County Park | Suffolk County Parks | County fee |
The Village page covers the five oceanfront beaches inside the village. The Town page covers Maidstone Park and the Springs landings. Town code treats the village as inside the Town for resident purposes, so a Village resident can also get a Town sticker.
Quick rules
- Village permits are digital and tied to your plate.
- You may park at any Village beach before 9 a.m. and after 6 p.m. without a permit.
- Driving on the sand needs a Town drive-on permit everywhere, even inside the Village.
- The East Hampton Circuit shuttle runs from the LIRR station and Jitney stop to Main Beach.
More on the difference: Town vs Village permits.
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 East Hampton by Jitney, train or car. Eat Hamptons lists restaurants in East Hampton, and Hamptons Year Round covers living there outside summer.
Common questions
Can I use a Town of East Hampton sticker at Main Beach?
No. Main Beach is a Village beach and needs a Village permit. The Village says a mistaken purchase of the wrong permit is not refunded.
Who issues beach permits in East Hampton?
Town of East Hampton at (631) 324-4142; Village of East Hampton at (631) 324-4150; Suffolk County Parks. Buy only from the issuing office.
Can a day visitor park at a beach in East Hampton?
Yes, but only at some beaches: Main Beach ($50, Lot 2, Mon-Thu); Two Mile Hollow Beach ($50, Mon-Thu); Cedar Point County Park (County fee). 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.