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Gateway National Recreation Area: Many Places, One Park

Spanning 27,000 acres from Sandy Hook in New Jersey to Breezy Point in New York City, the park is both the gateway from the ocean into New York Harbor, and the gateway to the National Park Service for millions of visitors every year. Gateway offers green spaces and beaches alongside historic structures and cultural landscapes. Every day, Gateway is open for you to explore, envision, and enjoy!

Sunrise over the water Plan Your Visit

Gateway is open all year-round. Plan your visit to enjoy each season.

Kayakers in red and orange kayaks Things to Do

Explore all the different things to do at the park.

Sunrise on a snowy beach 2025 Permits

2025 permits are sold out. Permits already purchased must be picked up by April 13, 2025..

View of trees with red leaves and a shoreline from a bridge Learn About the Park

Learn about the historic sites of Gateway and the animals that you may encounter when you visit.

Path leading down to ocean surrounded by trees Get Involved

There are many ways to get involved at Gateway.

Fort Hancock's Officer Row Fort Hancock Leasing Program

The National Park Service uses leasing to help preserve areas of historical significance, including Sandy Hook’s Fort Hancock.

Last updated: April 1, 2025