Sandy Hook Unit, Gateway National Recreation Area
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Overview
Sandy Hook 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.
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 Fort Hancock. 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 am to 6 pm from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day at ocean side beaches. There are showers and restrooms, food and surfing are permitted.
Enjoy a blanket picnics on the beach or take a stroll around Fort Hancock, a National Historic Landmark. Visit the Fort Hancock Museum, Battery Potter, Battery Gunnison and History House. Don't miss the Sandy Hook Lighthouse, keepers' quarters and barn.
Fee: Entrance fees are charged per vehicle from Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day.
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Amenities
- Lifeguard
Activities
- Swimming
Location
- Beach on Ocean
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Map
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Dining
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The WindMill
5.9 MI
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Pier Village
6.5 MI
732-923-0100 View > -
Bobby's Burger Palace
8.5 MI
732-544-0200 View > -
Mister C's Beach Bistro
11.3 MI
732-531-3665 View > -
The Starving Artists at Days
12.8 MI
732-988-1007 View > -
Klein's Fish Market & Waterside Dining
14.9 MI
732-681-1177 View >
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Lodging
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SeaScape Manor
0.5 MI
732-291-8467 View > -
BeachWalk at Sea Bright
0.7 MI
732-842-8450 View > -
Blue Bay Inn
3.4 MI
732-708-9600 View > -
Leonardo Motel
4.6 MI
732-291-9527 View > -
The Oyster Point Hotel
5.9 MI
732-702-3132 View > -
Molly Pitcher Inn
5.9 MI
732-203-5187 View >
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Activities
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Bahrs Landing Marina
0.2 MI
732-872-1245 View > -
Schupp's Landing
0.3 MI
732-872-1479 View > -
Twin Lights Marina
0.5 MI
732-872-7200 View > -
Twin Lights Historic Site
0.5 MI
732-872-1814 View > -
Bingo Sport Fishing
0.9 MI
732-948-7735 View > -
Memoria Project
0.9 MI
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