Montauk, NY
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About Montauk
- • Playwright Tennessee Williams sought inspiration and solitude in Montauk.
- • Deep sea fishing charters originated in Montauk, evolving into a popular industry.
- • The arrival of the Long Island Rail Road in the late 1920s spurred tourism development.
- • Camp Hero is rumored to have been used for secret government experiments.
- • The Great Hurricane of 1938 caused immense damage and reshaped Montauk's coastline.
- • Named for the Montaukett tribe, the town was settled in 1659.
- • With approximately 4,318 people, the population swells significantly during the summer.
- • At 33 feet, the elevation is relatively low, making it susceptible to coastal flooding.
- • Tourism is the primary industry, attracting visitors with beaches and fishing.
- • Montauk feels like a tranquil escape with rugged beauty and a laid-back atmosphere.
- • The New York Mets, based in nearby Queens, won the World Series in 1969.
- • Montauk is known for its surf culture and hosts several surfing competitions annually.