Camp Hero State Park in New York, USA - map and visitor information

Research checked: 2026-11-01. Check linked official notices before travel.

Camp Hero State Park in Montauk, New York, combines Atlantic bluffs, maritime forest and a former military installation. Choose a trail walk or picnic. Swimming is prohibited.

See the coast and the former base

Woodland and coastal trails share the landscape with military history. Ocean views give a short outing a clear focus.

Know before you go

Fees, hours, and seasonal access

Keep swimming out of the plan

Swimming is not permitted. Follow posted signs and fences.

Keep dogs in permitted areas

Dogs are allowed in undeveloped areas open to the public, on a leash no longer than six feet. Buildings and picnic areas are excluded. Pick up waste and prevent wildlife chasing. Review the regional dog rules before choosing a route.

Fishing needs its own permit

The 2026 annual sport-fishing season is April 1–December 31. Its permit costs USD 40 for New York residents or USD 75 for nonresidents. Confirm permit conditions with the park.

Arrive on Montauk Highway

Use 1898 Montauk Highway, Montauk.

Nearby parks along Montauk Highway

Montauk Point State Park is at 2000 Montauk Highway and opens sunrise–sunset year-round. Shadmoor State Park is at 900 Montauk Highway and opens year-round. Both use the same local road corridor.

Walk or ride the trails

The trail system supports hiking, bicycling and horseback riding. Choose a route before leaving the picnic area.

Picnic areas

Picnic areas provide a place to pause between walks.

A New York coastal park

New York State Parks manages this coastal recreation landscape.

World War II and Cold War defenses

Military use began in 1942. Gun batteries and underground bunkers formed part of the World War II coastal defenses. A radar tower later served the Cold War air-defense system. The Army Corps historical report describes this sequence.

Coastal habitats

Maritime forest and freshwater wetlands support birdwatching.

Contact

Call 631-668-3781 or check the official park page.