Montauk Point Seal Hikes: $4.00 per person on arrival
Observe seals in their natural environment!
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Montauk Point State Park
1995 Montauk Point State Parkway Montauk, NY 11954About this event
- Event lasts 2 hours
The New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation is pleased to announce that Montauk Point State Park will host a series of hikes to observe wintering seals. Beginning in November 2024 and continuing through April 2025, a State Park naturalist will lead visitors on a scenic beach walk to an area where up to five species of seals can be observed. There will be opportunities to see many winter birds and to explore marine geology. If you’d like, bring binoculars!
Hikers will meet at the Office/Restroom building in the lower parking lot. Please try to arrive 10 minutes before the start time. Wear clothing appropriate for the weather and comfortable shoes for hiking. We will be outdoors for about two hours and the hike is approximately three miles long. Strollers are not recommended. NO dogs allowed. Space is limited and RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED!
$4.00 per person (cash only): Children under 3 are free.
To register, call the Montauk Downs at 631-668-5000 (ext. 0)
Frequently asked questions
To register for a hike, please call the Montauk Downs at 631-668-5000 (ext. 0). You do not register for hikes on this page. This page is only for information.
We meet at the bathrooms located in the lower parking lot of Montauk Point State Park.
This is an intermediate hike. We walk on the beach and through the woods. It is not recommended for people who have trouble walking. We move at a moderate pace with few stops.
NO. Seals are wild animals, and their behavior can be unpredictable. We determine the best time to view the seals, but many factors can influence whether or not they are present. We usually see wintering birds if there are no seals.
Dogs are not permitted at the seal haulout viewing location because they can be seen as a threat to seals, which will scare the seals off. Do not ruin the experience for everyone else.