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State park · Montauk, New York
Camp Hero State Park
State park next to the Montauk Lighthouse, on an old military base, with cliffs over the Atlantic, woodland trails, surf spots and a huge Cold War radar antenna.
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About Camp Hero State Park
Camp Hero was a military base established in World War II to defend Long Island’s coast against naval attacks. To avoid attracting attention from enemy planes and ships, the buildings were disguised as houses in a fishing-village style, with painted roofs and windows.
During the Cold War the base came under the Air Force, which installed a large surveillance radar there, with an antenna about 37 meters wide. The antenna remains in place and became the park’s landmark. The base was decommissioned in the 1980s and turned into a state park.
Trails run through the woods and along the cliffs, with views of the ocean and the lighthouse. Surf spots along the coast attract experienced surfers, and there are fishing sections. The military buildings are visible from the outside.
Before you go
Practical information
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How much time to set aside
One to two hours.
Best time
In the morning or late afternoon, for the trails and the cliff views. In autumn the waves are usually bigger.
How to get there
It is on Camp Hero Road, leaving Route 27 about 1 km before the Montauk Lighthouse. There is paid parking part of the year.
Tip
Take the cliff trail to the overlook facing the lighthouse and stay away from the edges, which can collapse.
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Get your questions answered
Frequently asked questions about Camp Hero State Park
What is the giant antenna at Camp Hero?
A Cold War–era Air Force surveillance radar, with an antenna roughly 37 meters wide.
What can you do at Camp Hero State Park?
Hike through the woods and along the cliffs, see the radar and military buildings, surf, and fish.
Where is Camp Hero State Park located?
Next to the Montauk Lighthouse, off Route 27.