The 7 Best Hamptons Beaches

Quiet and kid-friendly, Mecox has lifeguards on call for most of the day. There are also bathrooms and showers, a snack stand, volleyball nets and a fishing area. Plus, you’ll be in good company when little Lucy decides to throw a 40-minute temper tantrum.

Located a stone’s throw away from Barry’s Bootcamp, Wölffer Estate Stables and Lift Gym, Wainscott Beach is a quaint spot for relaxing (and showing off those abs) pre- or post-workout.

Arguably the East End’s most popular beach, Main Beach is an all-around people pleaser that regularly tops lists of the world’s best beaches because of its super-clean, super-fine powdery sand.

Montauk is widely considered one of the best surf towns in the whole country, primarily due to the wave-friendly rock bottom at Ditch Plains. It can get crowded, so proceed with caution on particularly good surfing days.

One of the most expensive zip codes in the U.S., Sagaponack is known for its lavish gated estates. Fittingly, it’s a celebrity magnet that draws the likes of Billy Joel, Jimmy Fallon and Cynthia Nixon.

Southampton is known for its Waspy clientele, so you might be surprised to learn that it’s also where you’ll find the East End’s sceney-est slice of sand. Expect hipsters on blankets, entitled teenagers and plenty of beautiful people nursing their hangovers.

Speedos as far as the eye can see.