Hampton BaysThe hamlet of Hampton Bays is the only "Hampton" that providesunobstructed access to all surrounding waterways. By boating through the Shinnecock Canal from Shinnecock and Tiana Bays, one can reach the Atlantic Ocean through the Shinnecock Inlet or North to the Great Peconic. A great boaters' town, Hamptons Bays is known for its fishing facilities and the freshest seafood markets - with delicious and robust lobsters in season. A wonderful area filled with pristine beaches and vacation homes, Hampton Bays has many picnic areas dotting the landscape with plenty of hiking, horseback riding and bicycling through delightful trails. Previously known as "Good Ground," Hampton Bays got its name in 1922 when significant tourism from New York City expanded into the eleven small hamlets that make up Hampton Bays.
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