Twelve long miles of windswept road—the Napeague Stretch—flanked by pristine, often desolate parkland and dotted with several clam bar-restaurants and hotels, separate Montauk from the Hamptons, making this small seaside village feel a world apart. With water on three sides, Montauk is known for its distinct natural beauty, spectacular undeveloped beaches, parks that attract surfers and hikers, and and superb fishing.