Napeague Harbor once claimed to have the cleanest water on the East Coast and the large populations of oysters, clams, and scallops seemed to back this up. However, harsh erosion caused by large storms has put a damper on the shellfish populations. Efforts are in place to dredge the windblown sand and restore the harbor to its former glory.

oliviakellis

May 27, 2024

Hiking

Napeague, a narrow strip between the Atlantic Ocean and Gardiners Bay, derives its name from the Montaukett word for "overflowed by the sea," a nod to the devastating 1938 hurricane that submerged the area. Napeague Harbor, once renowned for its pristine waters teeming with shellfish, eelgrass, and marine life, has gradually become shallower due to sand accumulation from natural causes. This change in depth has led to warmer waters and a subsequent decline in the harbor's rich biodiversity, leaving it a mere shadow of its formerly thriving ecosystem.

In the know? Log-in to add a tip for other adventurers!

Routes here

Best routes to Napeague Harbor

hikers

1. Dunes via Paumanok Path loop — Hither Hills State Park

9.26km

02:21

20m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

Navigate

Send to Phone

Save

Moderate

Details

Informations

Elevation -30 m

Weather

Sunday 8 February

-8°C

-14°C

0 %

Additional weather tips

Max wind speed: 36.0 km/h

See routes here

Take Me There

Add komoot as a preferred source in your Google results

Add now

Location: Montauk, Suffolk County, New York, United States

Other Popular Places to Check Out

Montauk Point

Hither Hills State Park

View to Montauk Point Lighthouse

Hither Hills State Park

Sunset Beach

Napeague State Park

Fort Pond

Duck Bluff

Montauk Point State Parkway

Long Island Railroad

Paumanok Path / Coastal Trail

Hither Hills

Napeague Harbor

1. Dunes via Paumanok Path loop — Hither Hills State Park

Other Popular Places to Check Out

Sign up or log in to keep exploring this route

We value your privacy ⛰️

We value your privacy ⛰️