• Overview

    Sandy Hook is within the Gateway National Recreation Area and draws some two-million visitors each year. In addition to its ocean beaches the park has a wide array of recreational and other outdoor activities.

    The Park includes the Sandy Hook Lighthouse, Fort Hancock, Battery Gunnison, ocean beaches, five-mile paved pathway, surf fishing, biking, hiking, bird watching, boating, windsurfing, kiting, visitor center, picnic areas and more.

    ACTIVITIES

    Surf fishing is permitted at all beaches. Biking is a great way to see Sandy Hook, the five-mile long Multi-Use Pathway (MUP) starts at the park entrance and ends in Parking Lot M. Hiking trails begin at the Sandy Hook Visitor Center and at Area M near Nine Gun Battery.

    Sandy Hook is also a prime spot for birding. Non-motorized boats can be launched from Beach Area C and Horseshoe Cove. Windsurfing and kite-boarding is best on the bay across from Beach Area C. Horseshoe Cove is popular with recreational boaters.

    Lifeguards are on duty from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day at ocean side beaches. There are showers and restrooms; food and surfing are permitted.

    Enjoy a blanket picnic on the beach or take a stroll around Fort Hancock, a National Historic Landmark. Call the Visitor Center for hours of operation and available tours.

    Admission and entrance fees are charged per vehicle from Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day.
  • Amenities

    • ADA Compliant
    • Changing Room
    • Lifeguard
    • Showers
    Activities
    • Biking
    • Birding
    • Hiking
    • Swimming
    Location
    • Beach on Ocean
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