Sandy Hook Beaches (Gateway National Recreation Area)

Beach in Middletown, New Jersey · $$

Ocean and bay beaches on a national park barrier spit with Manhattan skyline views and historic Fort Hancock.

Visiting Sandy Hook Beaches (Gateway National Recreation Area)

• AddressSandy Hook, Highlands, NJ 07732
• Phone732-872-5970
• Websitenps.gov/gate
• Price$$
• Typical visitAbout 4 hours
• Good forFamily, kids, friends, visitors, solo, date
• Best seasonSummer, fall
• Indoors?Outdoor
• Last checked2026-09-25

Good to know

Park open 6 a.m.-9 p.m. Beach parking $20/day or $100/season (cashless) from Memorial Day weekend Saturday to Labor Day, 8 a.m.-6 p.m.; lots fill early on hot weekends.

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