hampton bay yacht club

37º 01' 12.52" N 76º 20' 38.43" W

Regattas & Registration

Hampton Yacht Club is the premier yacht club on the southern Chesapeake Bay for sailboat racing, featuring keelboats, one design, and junior racing. 

HYC offers several annual events, including for keelboats Southern Bay Race Week (largest regatta on the southern Chesapeake Bay), The Down the Bay Race (72 years),  Hampton Sprints, and the HYC Annual Middle Ground Light Race.  Annual events for One Design classes include the Spring and Fall Fling Regattas, the HYC Annual One Design Regatta which spans nearly a century, and the newly sanctioned  HYC Annual Hospice One Design Regatta.

Over the years Hampton Yacht Club has hosted many National, North American,  and World Championships, including, the J-111 Worlds, Ida Lewis Women’s US Sailing Championship, and the USODA Optimist Nationals. And, the Hampton One Design Class has been active at HYC since 1934, the HOD having been selected by HYC specifically for sailing in the southern Chesapeake Bay.

For more information on One Design sailing opportunities and events please contact the Sailing Director:  [email protected]

For more information on Keelboat Racing events please contact

HYC Sail Captain (Racing) John McCarthy at 757-850-4225

2024 Events

Dana dillon new years madness race, hyc wednesday night series, 2023 hyc april fool's one-design regatta, hampton roads hospice one design regatta.

Keelboat Division: BBSA Cape Henry Cup One-Design Division: HYC One Design Series #2 

MAY 24 - 25

Down the bay race, may 30 -june 2, southern bay race week.

HYC One Design Series #3

Doublehanded Race

Jun 27 - 28, usoda chesapeake bay championship & hyc junior annual, hyc annual one design regatta, hampton sprints, tom brady masters race, plantation light race, hampton annual middle ground light race, sunfish challenge and dinghy distance race, sep 17 - 19, shark national championship, sep 20 - 22, 505 east coast championship, hyc frostbite series begins, fall fling hyc one design series #5 , nov 16 - 17, c420 atlantic coast championship, 47th annual gaboon race, jan 1, 2025, dana dillon memorial new years day race, 2023 events, hyc junior annual regatta, lightning atlantic coast championship, 2023 usoda national championships - team, 2023 usoda national championships - girls, 2023 usoda national championships - fleet, hampton one design national championship, middleground light race, waszp national championship, 2023 hyc one-design fall fling, annual gaboon race, 2022 results, www.sonar.org.

HYC has a fleet of 6 club-owned and maintained Sonars. These 23-foot day racers are very stable keelboats that are perfect for a new sailor who is learning the ropes or for the experienced match racer. They are available for members to check out for a regatta or for a fun sail.

Hampton Bays Boat Rentals

Hampton bays boat rental, discover your next adventure with our luxury yacht charters in hampton bays.

Hampton Bays offers visitors a unique combination of fantastic beaches, natural beauty, outdoor recreation, small-town charm, and cultural events that make it a special and memorable destination. Yacht Hampton offers private boat charters in Hampton Bays for groups of up to 80 people, as well as sightseeing cruises, sunset sails, water sports, and customized experiences.

To book a private yacht charter, call or text 631-500-7777 to speak to a charter expert or browse the wide selection of luxury yachts for charter with Yacht Hampton, the largest boat rental company in Hampton Bays. Custom pick-up locations available in Hampton Bays and throughout the Hamptons.

Experience unforgettable moments on a Hampton Bays yacht charter

Here are the top four fun activities to do on a boat rental in Hampton Bays:

• Beaches: Hamptons Bays is known for its beautiful beaches, including Ponquogue Beach, Tiana Beach, and Meschutt Beach. These beaches offer white sand, clear water, and great waves for surfing.
• Cruising: The hamlet has immediate access to the Great Peconic Bay and Shinnecock Bay, making it a popular destination for boating and fishing.
• Great Restaurants: Hamptons Bays has a vibrant restaurant scene with a variety of options from seafood shacks to high-end dining establishments. 
• Wildlife refuge: Tiana Beach Nature Preserve is a protected area in Hamptons Bays that is home to a variety of wildlife, including ospreys, plovers, and terrapins. 

Spice up your mealtime adventure with a private boat rental to and from waterfront restaurants nestled in Hampton Bays

There are several great waterfront restaurants in Hampton Bays that offer stunning views of the ocean and delicious food. Here are some of the top waterfront restaurants:

• Cowfish: Cowfish is a waterfront restaurant that offers a blend of classic American fare and seafood with Asian influences. The restaurant has a large outdoor deck that overlooks the Shinnecock Canal, making it a great place to watch the sunset.
• Rumba: Rumba is a Caribbean-inspired waterfront restaurant that features a large outdoor patio and a tiki bar. The restaurant serves a variety of seafood, sandwiches, and salads, as well as tropical drinks.
• Shuckers Lobster & Clam Bar: Shuckers is a casual seafood restaurant that offers indoor and outdoor seating right on the water. The restaurant is known for its lobster rolls and raw bar and is a great place to enjoy a casual meal with a view.

View more of our favorite dining destinations HERE!

History of Hamptons Bays, NY

Hampton Bays was originally home to the Shinnecock Indian Nation and later became a center of commerce and industry for European colonizers. In the 19th century, it became a popular summer retreat for wealthy families and a major tourist destination after the arrival of the Long Island Rail Road. During WWII, Camp Upton was established nearby. In the 1950s and 1960s, the area experienced rapid development. Today, Hampton Bays is known for its beaches, parks, and commercial district. Yacht Hampton offers crewed yacht charters in the Hamptons, including Greenport, East Hampton, Westhampton, Southampton, Sag Harbor, Montauk, and Shelter Island.

YOUR ADVENTURE STARTS HERE

Your search for a boat to rent has brought you to the right place. At Yacht Hampton, every day on the water is all about you.

Our experience on the luxury boat rental in Hampton Bays was absolutely phenomenal! From the personalized service to the exquisite amenities, everything was perfect. The fishing trip was top-notch, and the luxurious dinner was the cherry on top of an already unforgettable day.

We had the pleasure of renting from Yacht Hampton for a corporate event, and it was a huge hit! The boat was spacious enough to accommodate our group comfortably, and the staff went above and beyond to ensure everyone had a fantastic time.

Our boat rental in Hampton Bays was exactly what we needed for a family day out on the water. The boat was spacious and comfortable, and the staff was incredibly accommodating. The kids loved the fishing experience, and the beautiful scenery was breathtaking.

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