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Amsterdam Beach State Park: a hunter's guide for 2026-27
Seasons and access for hunting in Suffolk County: white-tailed deer.
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Getting to Amsterdam Beach State Park
Amsterdam Beach State Park: size, towns and manager
Listed as a state park with a hunting program, Amsterdam Beach State Park lies in Suffolk County. The DEC region is Region 1 (Long Island). The NYS Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation is in charge of access. It measures 199 acres, per NY State Parks Property layer. Size rank: 71st of 83 state parks.
From NYS Parks state parks; acreage NY State Parks Property layer (Total_acre); checked October 27, 2026.
Nearby
Places to hunt and shoot around Amsterdam Beach State Park
Amsterdam Beach State Park hunting calendar
Season windows for Amsterdam Beach State Park, filtered from the 2026-27 guide by WMU 1C and the Long Island waterfowl zone.
| Species | Segment | Where | First day | Last day | Today |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| White-tailed deer | September antlerless, bowhunting only | WMU 1C | Sep 12, 2026 | Sep 20, 2026 | |
| White-tailed deer | Suffolk County Regular | WMU 1C | Oct 1, 2026 | Jan 31, 2027 | |
| White-tailed deer | Suffolk County Special Firearms | WMU 1C | Jan 3, 2027 | Jan 31, 2027 | |
| Wild turkey | Fall Season | WMU 1C | Nov 21, 2026 | Dec 4, 2026 | |
| Wild turkey | Youth Spring Turkey Hunt | WMU 1C | Apr 24, 2027 | Apr 25, 2027 | |
| Wild turkey | Spring Season | WMU 1C | May 1, 2027 | May 31, 2027 | |
| Pheasant | Youth Pheasant Hunt | WMU 1C | Oct 24, 2026 | Oct 25, 2026 | |
| Pheasant | Long Island | WMU 1C | Nov 1, 2026 | Dec 31, 2026 | |
| Pheasant | Long Island east of | WMU 1C | Nov 1, 2026 | Dec 31, 2026 | |
| Bobwhite quail | Hunting | Long Island | Nov 1, 2026 | Dec 31, 2026 | |
| Woodcock | Hunting | WMU 1C | Oct 1, 2026 | Nov 14, 2026 | |
| Cottontail | Hunting | WMU 1C | Nov 1, 2026 | Feb 28, 2027 | |
| Gray squirrel | Hunting | WMU 1C | Nov 1, 2026 | Feb 28, 2027 | |
| Black squirrel | Hunting | WMU 1C | Nov 1, 2026 | Feb 28, 2027 | |
| Fox squirrel | Hunting | WMU 1C | Nov 1, 2026 | Feb 28, 2027 | |
| Ducks | Split 1 | Long Island Zone | Nov 21, 2026 | Nov 29, 2026 | |
| Ducks | Split 2 | Long Island Zone | Dec 12, 2026 | Jan 31, 2027 | |
| Scaup | 2-scaup window | Long Island Zone | Jan 12, 2027 | Jan 31, 2027 | |
| Canada goose | September season | Eastern Long Island goose | Sep 8, 2026 | Sep 30, 2026 | |
| Canada goose | Regular season | Eastern Long Island goose | Nov 21, 2026 | Nov 29, 2026 | |
| Canada goose | Regular season | Eastern Long Island goose | Dec 5, 2026 | Jan 24, 2027 | |
| Snow goose | Regular season | Long Island Zone | Nov 24, 2026 | Mar 10, 2027 | |
| Brant | Regular season | Long Island Zone | Jan 2, 2027 | Jan 31, 2027 | |
| Youth waterfowl | Youth days | Long Island Zone | Nov 7, 2026 | Nov 8, 2026 | |
| Veteran waterfowl | Veteran days | Long Island Zone | Nov 7, 2026 | Nov 8, 2026 | |
| Crow | Hunting | WMU 1C | Sep 1, 2026 | Mar 31, 2027 | |
| Raccoon | Hunting | WMU 1C | Nov 1, 2026 | Feb 25, 2027 | |
| Red fox | Hunting | WMU 1C | Nov 1, 2026 | Feb 25, 2027 | |
| Gray fox | Hunting | WMU 1C | Nov 1, 2026 | Feb 25, 2027 | |
| Skunk | Hunting | WMU 1C | Nov 1, 2026 | Feb 25, 2027 | |
| Opossum | Hunting | WMU 1C | Nov 1, 2026 | Feb 25, 2027 | |
| Weasel | Hunting | WMU 1C | Nov 1, 2026 | Feb 25, 2027 | |
| Mink | Hunting (Southern Zone only) | Southern Zone | Nov 10, 2026 | Apr 7, 2027 | |
| Snapping turtle | Hunting | Statewide | Jul 15, 2026 | Sep 30, 2026 |
Season rows from the 2026-27 New York Hunting and Trapping Regulations Guide, matched to the DEC WMU, duck zone and goose area layers; checked October 27, 2026. All New York seasons.
How you may hunt Amsterdam Beach State Park
Park rules for hunters on Amsterdam Beach State Park come from 6 NYCRR 372.7(q):
- The park permit decides where, when and with what you may hunt on Amsterdam Beach State Park.
- Each permit names its own species, areas, implements and season dates.
- Permanent stands and blinds are banned; portable stands need permit approval and must not hurt the tree.
- Stay out of posted Restricted Areas and report your harvest if the park requests it.
New York rules that apply on Amsterdam Beach State Park too
- Firearm deer and bear hunters, and anyone with them, wear 250 square inches of fluorescent orange or pink above the waist, or a hat that is at least half orange or pink.
- Mind the 500-foot firearm setback from dwellings and farm buildings near the boundary.
- Bait, salt licks and mineral attractants are illegal for deer and bear, and feeding them is banned year-round.
- Sundays are open statewide; only a site rule can close them.
From NYS Parks state parks, NYS Parks hunting list, 2026-27 DEC guide; checked October 27, 2026.
How hunting works at Amsterdam Beach State Park
Implements by species in the Amsterdam Beach State Park hunting areas:
| Species | Implements |
|---|---|
| Deer | Archery |
What NYS Parks notes for Amsterdam Beach State Park
- Managed by DEC as the East Hampton Cooperative Hunting Area – Amsterdam Beach. Hunting is archery only. Contact park office for additional information.
NY State Parks Hunting Areas layer, the park page and DEC’s parks that allow hunting table; checked October 27, 2026.
Amsterdam Beach State Park game species
1 game group is named for Amsterdam Beach State Park; each card shows the main 2026-27 window for its WMU.
White-tailed deer
Oct 1–Jan 31
Species from NYS Parks state parks; dates from the 2026-27 DEC guide; checked October 27, 2026.
WMU 1C rules that reach Amsterdam Beach State Park
WMU 1C is the unit that counts for Amsterdam Beach State Park: Southern Zone, 903 square miles, in Suffolk. Every applicant gets DMPs in 1C, which is unlimited for 2026. 1C is a bowhunting-only unit for deer. No bear hunting in 1C. 1C fall turkey season: Suffolk (1C) season.
| Unit | Zone | 2026 DMPs | Avg success | 1st DMP odds | 3-point rule | Deer | Bear area | Fall turkey |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1C | Southern | Unlimited/bonus | 11.6% | 100% | No | Bow only | Closed to bear hunting | Suffolk (1C) season |
1C: deer by season
The 1C deer take moved from 3,207 (2016) to 2,700 (2022).
| Year | Deer taken | Bucks |
|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 3,207 | 1,321 |
| 2017 | 3,253 | 1,320 |
| 2018 | 3,407 | 1,281 |
| 2019 | 4,124 | 1,594 |
| 2020 | 4,525 | 1,861 |
| 2021 | 3,022 | 1,457 |
| 2022 | 2,700 | 1,310 |
1C bear objective: incompatible for bears.
WMU facts from the 2026 DMP table, the 2026-27 DEC guide, DEC deer take reports and the DEC bear harvest dashboard; WMU from the DEC WMU layer; checked October 27, 2026.
Amsterdam Beach State Park pinned with nearby tracts
Around Amsterdam Beach State Park lie 8 more public tracts; Montauk Point State Park is the closest (1.6 mi). Combined: 5,446 acres.
| Neighbor | Type | Acres | WMU | Miles off | Direction |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Montauk Point | State park | 781 | 1C | 1.6 mi | northeast |
| Hither Woods | Park unit | 558 | 1C | 4.9 mi | west |
| Hither Hills | State park | 1,665 | 1C | 7.1 mi | west |
| Napeague | State park | 1,424 | 1C | 10 mi | southwest |
| Northwest Harbor | Tidal wetland | 47 | 1C | 18 mi | west |
| Linda A. Gronlund Memorial | State forest | 289 | 1C | 19 mi | west |
| Long Beach Bay | Tidal wetland | 410 | 1C | 21 mi | west |
| Henrys Hollow Pine Barrens | State forest | 272 | 1C | 36 mi | west |
Points: NY State Parks Hunting Areas layer (hunting-area polygons) (polygon centroid). Straight-line distances. Statewide public land map.
Amsterdam Beach State Park: nearby towns and services
Head to Noyack, 24 mi off, for supplies.
| Town | County | Distance | People | Public acres, 10 mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Noyack | Suffolk | 24 mi | – | 452 |
| Shelter Island Heights | Suffolk | 24 mi | – | 452 |
| Riverhead | Suffolk | 41 mi | – | 8,693 |
| Riverside | Suffolk | 41 mi | – | 8,275 |
County pages that list Amsterdam Beach State Park: Suffolk County.
Amsterdam Beach State Park: businesses close by
The DEC licensed guide list counts 43 in Suffolk County. DEC licensed guides
DEC offices closest to Amsterdam Beach State Park
Towns and populations from Census 2024 estimates; businesses from store locators and listings; DEC offices and licensed guide counts from DEC. Checked October 27, 2026.
Amsterdam Beach State Park: town and county harvest
Across Suffolk County, DEC counted 3,765 deer taken in 2025.
| Season | Total | Bucks | Does |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 3,022 | 1,457 | 927 |
| 2022 | 2,632 | 1,309 | 812 |
| 2023 | 2,637 | 1,190 | 871 |
| 2024 | 2,973 | 1,426 | 1,049 |
| 2025 | 3,765 | 1,761 | 1,296 |
DEC deer take by town and county (towns 2007-2019), county deer take 2021-2025 and DEC bear take by town; checked October 27, 2026.
Amsterdam Beach State Park: nearest firing lines
Mattituck Gun Club is the closest listed range to Amsterdam Beach State Park, about 31 miles away; no public range lies within 60 miles.
From DEC, the operators’ pages and directory listings, checked October 27, 2026.
Amsterdam Beach State Park: first and last legal light
Spring turkey hunting ends at noon, fall turkey and upland birds run sunrise to sunset, and big game gets the half hour on each end.
| Day | Hunt | First sun | Last sun | Big game window | Bird window |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 27, 2026 | Northern bow opener | 6:42 a.m. | 6:42 p.m. | 6:12 a.m. to 7:12 p.m. | 6:12 a.m. to 6:42 p.m. |
| Oct 1, 2026 | Southern bow opener | 6:46 a.m. | 6:35 p.m. | 6:16 a.m. to 7:05 p.m. | 6:16 a.m. to 6:35 p.m. |
| Oct 24, 2026 | Northern regular opener | 7:11 a.m. | 5:59 p.m. | 6:41 a.m. to 6:29 p.m. | 6:41 a.m. to 5:59 p.m. |
| Nov 21, 2026 | Southern regular opener | 6:45 a.m. | 4:29 p.m. | 6:15 a.m. to 4:59 p.m. | 6:15 a.m. to 4:29 p.m. |
| Dec 14, 2026 | Southern late season | 7:07 a.m. | 4:23 p.m. | 6:37 a.m. to 4:53 p.m. | 6:37 a.m. to 4:23 p.m. |
| Jan 1, 2027 | Late season close | 7:15 a.m. | 4:32 p.m. | 6:45 a.m. to 5:02 p.m. | 6:45 a.m. to 4:32 p.m. |
| May 1, 2027 | Spring turkey opener | 5:50 a.m. | 7:46 p.m. | 5:20 a.m. to 8:16 p.m. | 5:20 a.m. to 7:46 p.m. |
Hours rule from the DEC guide sunrise and sunset page; sun times calculated for the county centre (NOAA method), checked against the guide’s Albany table; checked October 27, 2026. Legal hours for every county.
Amsterdam Beach State Park in pictures
Amsterdam Beach State Park: short answers
Is there a spring gobbler season at Amsterdam Beach State Park?
It opens May 1, 2027 and ends May 31, 2027.
What species go with Amsterdam Beach State Park?
Named game: white-tailed deer.
What does the park permit cover at Amsterdam Beach State Park?
Species, implements, hunting areas and dates.
How far is Amsterdam Beach State Park from a town?
Noyack is 24 mi away.
How early can I shoot deer on Amsterdam Beach State Park?
Half an hour before sunrise for deer and bear; spring turkey ends at noon.
Does the orange law apply on Amsterdam Beach State Park?
Yes, for big game with a gun.
What do I need to hunt Amsterdam Beach State Park?
Hunting is by NYS Parks permit, limited to designated areas.
Can I hunt Amsterdam Beach State Park on a Sunday?
Yes, Sunday hunting is legal statewide unless a site rule closes it.
Which unit sets deer dates for Amsterdam Beach State Park?
1C, a Southern Zone unit.
What does Amsterdam Beach State Park measure?
199 acres on file.
When does bow season start on Amsterdam Beach State Park?
September antlerless, bowhunting only: Sep 12 to Sep 20, 2026.
When does the main deer season run on Amsterdam Beach State Park?
The Suffolk County Regular (bow only) runs Oct 1, 2026 to Jan 31, 2027.
Amsterdam Beach State Park: what to double-check
Confirm access and permits for Amsterdam Beach State Park before the drive.
Sources: NYS Parks state parks · DEP GIS · DEP GIS · DEP GIS · NYS Parks StatewideHuntingRegulationsinNYStatePa; regulations from the 2026-27 New York Hunting and Trapping Regulations Guide. Checked October 27, 2026.
Other photos on this page: NPS Photo (Public domain); Under the same moon… (CC BY 2.0); Tony Webster (CC BY-SA 2.0); fishhawk (CC BY 2.0).