Spermaceti Cove No. 2 Life-Saving Service Station

Stop by the Life-Saving Station, operated by our park friends group, the Sandy Hook Foundation, to explore the historic building and visit the shop.

Spermaceti Cove Life Saving Station

Canarsie Pol Excursion

Paddle around this large island in Jamaica Bay on this energetic trip. Learn about the history of the islands of Jamaica Bay. Dress to get wet, wear shoes that will not fall off, and bring water, sunscreen, and a snack. Kayaks, personal floatation devices, paddles and i......More

Paddle around this large island in Jamaica Bay on this energetic trip. Learn about the history of the islands of Jamaica Bay. Dress to get wet, wear shoes that will not fall off, and bring water, sunscreen, and a snack. Kayaks, personal floatation devices, paddles and instructions will be provided. Call (347) 672 3210 to make a reservation and for more information. (5 miles)

Canarsie Pier

Fishing Clinic at Great Kills Park

Learn about local marine life, ethics of fishing, how to cast your line and fish in saltwater! Children will receive a Jr. Angler Ranger booklet, ruler and earn a Jr. Angler badge. Equipment will be provided. Bring a hat, sunglasses, snack and water!  Inclement weather ......More

Learn about local marine life, ethics of fishing, how to cast your line and fish in saltwater! Children will receive a Jr. Angler Ranger booklet, ruler and earn a Jr. Angler badge. Equipment will be provided. Bring a hat, sunglasses, snack and water!  Inclement weather will cancel this program. Call for details, 718 354-4500. 

Great Kills Park Lot E (park at the end, NEXT to the Boat Ramp Parking Lot)

Spermaceti Cove No. 2 Life-Saving Service Station

Stop by the Life-Saving Station, operated by our park friends group, the Sandy Hook Foundation, to explore the historic building and visit the shop.

Spermaceti Cove Life Saving Station

Spring Creek Excursion

Head East along the North Channel and explore the basin of this creek on a rigorous paddle. Dress to get wet, wear shoes that will not fall off, and bring water, sunscreen, and a snack. Kayaks, personal floatation devices, paddles and instructions will be provided. Call......More

Head East along the North Channel and explore the basin of this creek on a rigorous paddle. Dress to get wet, wear shoes that will not fall off, and bring water, sunscreen, and a snack. Kayaks, personal floatation devices, paddles and instructions will be provided. Call (347) 672 3210 to make a reservation and for more information. (4.5 miles)

Canarsie Pier

Sandy Hook Lighthouse Tours

Tours are first come first served. Visitors are guided up 95 steps and a 9-rung ladder to the lantern room. Children must be 48 inches or taller to climb. Each tour is approximately 30 minutes long.Tour signups start at 12:30 in the Sandy Hook Visitor Center.   ...More

Tours are first come first served. Visitors are guided up 95 steps and a 9-rung ladder to the lantern room. Children must be 48 inches or taller to climb. Each tour is approximately 30 minutes long.Tour signups start at 12:30 in the Sandy Hook Visitor Center.   

Sandy Hook Lighthouse

Sandy Hook History House

Built in 1898 and designated a lieutenant’s quarters on Officers Row, History House is furnished to the WWII era, the busiest time in the fort’s history. Enjoy this unique experience at your own pace with a self-guided tour.

Sandy Hook History House, Building 1

Junior Ranger Lighthouse Builders at Sandy Hook

Connect with the history of the Sandy Hook Lighthouse through creative building and guided discussion. Climb the 262-year-old lighthouse, tour the grounds, and recreate what you see with LEGO bricks. 

Sandy Hook Visitor Center

Yoga on the Beach at Sandy Hook

Start the weekend with beachside yoga led by Tony Costa. Supported by the Sandy Hook Foundation, classes take place just over the dunes on the beach in front of the Spermaceti Cove Lifesaving Service Station.

Spermaceti Cove No. 2 Life-Saving Service Station

Spermaceti Cove No. 2 Life-Saving Service Station

Stop by the Life-Saving Station, operated by our park friends group, the Sandy Hook Foundation, to explore the historic building and visit the shop.

Spermaceti Cove No. 2 Life Saving Service Station

Sandy Hook Park Cleanup

Lend a hand at one of the park’s clean-ups! Volunteers will remove litter and debris, helping to protect wildlife habitat. Find all details and required registration on Volunteer.gov, search “Sandy Hook.”  

Guardian Park, Sandy Hook

Sandy Hook Junior Ranger: Bayside Superhero

Learn about Leave No Trace, meet some bayside inhabitants, and join a Sandy Hook Park Clean-Up! Ages 7-14, with an adult. Waivers required. Reserve on Eventbrite.

Guardian Park, Sandy Hook

Kayaking for Beginners at Floyd Bennett Field

Kayaking for beginners. Open to the public, ages 6 and up with an adult. No reservation is required.Dress to get wet, wear shoes that will not fall off, and bring water, sunscreen, and a snack. Kayaks, personal floatation devices, paddles and instructions will be provid......More

Kayaking for beginners. Open to the public, ages 6 and up with an adult. No reservation is required.Dress to get wet, wear shoes that will not fall off, and bring water, sunscreen, and a snack. Kayaks, personal floatation devices, paddles and instructions will be provided.

Floyd Bennett Field Seaplane Ramp

North Channel Bridge Beach Cleanup

Join the National Park Service and Sadhana for our monthly beach cleanup series, Project Prithvi! Become a steward for your park and help make Jamaica Bay a better place for all of us this year. Gloves, garbage bags, and pickers will be provided.    Meet at the red bric......More

Join the National Park Service and Sadhana for our monthly beach cleanup series, Project Prithvi! Become a steward for your park and help make Jamaica Bay a better place for all of us this year. Gloves, garbage bags, and pickers will be provided.    Meet at the red brick pavilion in the North Channel Bridge parking lot, south of Joseph P. Addabbo Memorial Bridge (Cross Bay Blvd. North Channel Bridge) on west side of Cross Bay Blvd.  Dress appropriately for weather and conditions - hats, sunglasses, sturdy footwear, and sunscreen are recommended. Thunderstorms or heavy rains cancel.

North Channel Bridge at Jamaica Bay Wildlife Refuge

Fort Tompkins Tour

Join us for a tour around Fort Tompkins as we explore the fort and surrounding areas. Inclement weather will cancel this program. Dress appropriately for the weather and bring water. Call 718-354-4500 to make a reservation.

Meet at the Fort Wadsworth Visitor Center

Sandy Hook Nike Missile Radar Site Tour

Take a guided tour of this one-time top-secret missile site and have the opportunity to meet and talk with some of the veterans who worked on the Cold War-era Nike Air Defense System. 

Horseshoe Cove, Parking Lot L, Sandy Hook

Sandy Hook Lighthouse Tours

Tours are first come first served. Visitors are guided up 95 steps and a 9-rung ladder to the lantern room. Children must be 48 inches or taller to climb. Each tour is approximately 30 minutes long.Tour signups start at 12:30 in the Sandy Hook Visitor Center.   ...More

Tours are first come first served. Visitors are guided up 95 steps and a 9-rung ladder to the lantern room. Children must be 48 inches or taller to climb. Each tour is approximately 30 minutes long.Tour signups start at 12:30 in the Sandy Hook Visitor Center.   

Sandy Hook Lighthouse

Sandy Hook History House

Built in 1898 and designated a lieutenant’s quarters on Officers Row, History House is furnished to the WWII era, the busiest time in the fort’s history. Enjoy this unique experience at your own pace with a self-guided tour.

Sandy Hook History House, Building 1

Fort Hancock Museum

From the Revolutionary War to the Cold War, Sandy Hook boasts a rich military history. Stop in and learn about Sandy Hook’s history from cannons to missiles. Explore Artist in Residence Heather Heckel’s work, which displays 250 pieces of art.

Building 28, Sandy Hook

Kayaking for Beginners at Canarsie Pier

Kayaking for beginners. Open to the public, ages 6 and up with an adult. No reservation required. Dress to get wet, wear shoes that will not fall off, and bring water, sunscreen, and a snack. Kayaks, personal floatation devices, paddles and instructions will be provided......More

Kayaking for beginners. Open to the public, ages 6 and up with an adult. No reservation required. Dress to get wet, wear shoes that will not fall off, and bring water, sunscreen, and a snack. Kayaks, personal floatation devices, paddles and instructions will be provided.

Canarsie Pier

Battery Weed Open House

Have you always wondered what was inside of Battery Weed, but have not been able to join in on a tour? Park Rangers will open up Battery Weed to explore at your own pace on Saturday and Sunday afternoons. Stop by and learn about this wonder under the Verrazzano Bridge. ......More

Have you always wondered what was inside of Battery Weed, but have not been able to join in on a tour? Park Rangers will open up Battery Weed to explore at your own pace on Saturday and Sunday afternoons. Stop by and learn about this wonder under the Verrazzano Bridge. 

Battery Weed

Spermaceti Cove No. 2 Life-Saving Service Station

Stop by the Life-Saving Station, operated by our park friends group, the Sandy Hook Foundation, to explore the historic building and visit the shop.

Spermaceti Cove No. 2 Life Saving Service Station

Kayaking for Beginners at Floyd Bennett Field

Kayaking for beginners. Open to the public, ages 6 and up with an adult. No reservation is required.Dress to get wet, wear shoes that will not fall off, and bring water, sunscreen, and a snack. Kayaks, personal floatation devices, paddles and instructions will be provid......More

Kayaking for beginners. Open to the public, ages 6 and up with an adult. No reservation is required.Dress to get wet, wear shoes that will not fall off, and bring water, sunscreen, and a snack. Kayaks, personal floatation devices, paddles and instructions will be provided.

Floyd Bennett Field Seaplane Ramp

Garden Party: Jamaica Bay Wildlife Refuge Pollinator Garden Volunteer Day

Come join us at the Jamaica Bay Wildlife Refuge pollinator garden! We’ll review the guidelines for becoming a recurring gardener, discuss our goals for the season, plant native species, perform essential maintenance, and help care for the garden together. It’s a fantast......More

Come join us at the Jamaica Bay Wildlife Refuge pollinator garden! We’ll review the guidelines for becoming a recurring gardener, discuss our goals for the season, plant native species, perform essential maintenance, and help care for the garden together. It’s a fantastic opportunity to support your local National Park and pollinators, and to get your hands dirty—especially if you don’t have your own garden!All gardening tools and supplies are provided. Volunteers for this event must sign NPS volunteer form on-site. All volunteers under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian for the duration of the event.

Jamaica Bay Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center

Fort Tompkins Tour

Join us for a tour around Fort Tompkins as we explore the fort and surrounding areas. Inclement weather will cancel this program. Dress appropriately for the weather and bring water. Call 718-354-4500 to make a reservation.

Meet at the Fort Wadsworth Visitor Center

"Ranger's Choice" Guided Walk at Jamaica Bay Wildlife Refuge

Join us for a park ranger-led program highlighting the nature and history of Jamaica Bay. For more information about a week's tour, call the Jamaica Bay Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center at 718-318-4340.

Jamaica Bay Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center

Sandy Hook Lighthouse Tours

Tours are first come first served. Visitors are guided up 95 steps and a 9-rung ladder to the lantern room. Children must be 48 inches or taller to climb. Each tour is approximately 30 minutes long.Tour signups start at 12:30 in the Sandy Hook Visitor Center.   ...More

Tours are first come first served. Visitors are guided up 95 steps and a 9-rung ladder to the lantern room. Children must be 48 inches or taller to climb. Each tour is approximately 30 minutes long.Tour signups start at 12:30 in the Sandy Hook Visitor Center.   

Sandy Hook Lighthouse

Sandy Hook History House

Built in 1898 and designated a lieutenant’s quarters on Officers Row, History House is furnished to the WWII era, the busiest time in the fort’s history. Enjoy this unique experience at your own pace with a self-guided tour.

Sandy Hook History House, Building 1

Fort Hancock Museum

From the Revolutionary War to the Cold War, Sandy Hook boasts a rich military history. Stop in and learn about Sandy Hook’s history from cannons to missiles. Explore Artist in Residence Heather Heckel’s work, which displays 250 pieces of art.

Building 28, Sandy Hook

Riis Park Boardwalk Pop-Up

Stop by our boardwalk table to get summer beach essentials, park information, and the chance to take part in any activities and programs that the rangers brought to the beach for the day.

Jacob Riis Park, Bay 9

Battery Weed Open House

Have you always wondered what was inside of Battery Weed, but have not been able to join in on a tour? Park Rangers will open up Battery Weed to explore at your own pace on Saturday and Sunday afternoons. Stop by and learn about this wonder under the Verrazzano Bridge. ......More

Have you always wondered what was inside of Battery Weed, but have not been able to join in on a tour? Park Rangers will open up Battery Weed to explore at your own pace on Saturday and Sunday afternoons. Stop by and learn about this wonder under the Verrazzano Bridge. 

Battery Weed

Steamboats and Railroads to the Jersey Shore

Discover the fast and efficient system of steamboats and railroads used to get to the Jersey Shore from after the Civil War and into the 1900’s. Reserve on Eventbrite.

Fort Hancock Museum, Building 28, Sandy Hook

Bike NY Summer Youth Program at Fort Wadsworth

Roll into summer! Free fun 5-week course for ages 10 & up. Learn bike skills road smarts & group riding. Meets weekly. Beginners welcome!Join the Summer Spin Squad!Bike New York's free 5 week Summer Youth Program offers kids and youth ages 10 and up the chance to master......More

Roll into summer! Free fun 5-week course for ages 10 & up. Learn bike skills road smarts & group riding. Meets weekly. Beginners welcome!Join the Summer Spin Squad!Bike New York's free 5 week Summer Youth Program offers kids and youth ages 10 and up the chance to master bike skills while exploring the city!This course covers a wide array of topics including road rules for safe group riding. After covering the essentials kids get to put their new skills to the test with exciting rides through NYC's parks and greenways.Whether your child is a complete beginner or already knows how to ride our program is a guaranteed hit. We provide the equipment and instruction all you need to bring is their enthusiasm.Get ready for an unforgettable summer on two wheels!Please note: Registration for this class should be under the student's name not that of parent or guardian.

Hudson Parking Lot, Fort Wadsworth

Gather and Stitch at Fort Wadsworth

Opportunity for Quilters of all skill levels to sew socially, learn new skills or get advice on projects you are currently working on. Meet with other people, share ideas and be creative together and work on a community memory quilt or America 250, thirteen colonies qui......More

Opportunity for Quilters of all skill levels to sew socially, learn new skills or get advice on projects you are currently working on. Meet with other people, share ideas and be creative together and work on a community memory quilt or America 250, thirteen colonies quilt. Contact 718-354-4500 for questions. 

Fort Wadsworth Visitor Center

Spermaceti Cove No. 2 Life-Saving Service Station

Stop by the Life-Saving Station, operated by our park friends group, the Sandy Hook Foundation, to explore the historic building and visit the shop.

Spermaceti Cove Life Saving Station

Sandy Hook Lighthouse Tours

Tours are first come first served. Visitors are guided up 95 steps and a 9-rung ladder to the lantern room. Children must be 48 inches or taller to climb. Each tour is approximately 30 minutes long.Tour signups start at 12:30 in the Sandy Hook Visitor Center.   ...More

Tours are first come first served. Visitors are guided up 95 steps and a 9-rung ladder to the lantern room. Children must be 48 inches or taller to climb. Each tour is approximately 30 minutes long.Tour signups start at 12:30 in the Sandy Hook Visitor Center.   

Sandy Hook Lighthouse

Sandy Hook History House

Built in 1898 and designated a lieutenant’s quarters on Officers Row, History House is furnished to the WWII era, the busiest time in the fort’s history. Enjoy this unique experience at your own pace with a self-guided tour.

Sandy Hook History House, Building 1

Catch the Buzz About Bees!

Did you know New York state has over 400 native species of bee? Join a park ranger to learn all about New York's native bees and what we can do to help them. This program will involve a woodworking demonstration where you'll learn how to make a bee hotel, a place where ......More

Did you know New York state has over 400 native species of bee? Join a park ranger to learn all about New York's native bees and what we can do to help them. This program will involve a woodworking demonstration where you'll learn how to make a bee hotel, a place where certain bees will make their nest. 

Jamaica Bay Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center

Junior Junior Ranger: A SANDY Day at Sandy Hook

We walk on it and play with it, but what is sand? Let’s learn about it. For ages 3 to 6 with a guardian. Reserve on Eventbrite.

Guardian Park, Sandy Hook

Ruffle Bar Excursion

Paddle around this large island in Jamaica Bay on this trip. Learn about the history of the island and the plants and animals that thrive there. Dress to get wet, wear shoes that will not fall off, and bring water, sunscreen, and a snack. Kayaks, personal floatation dev......More

Paddle around this large island in Jamaica Bay on this trip. Learn about the history of the island and the plants and animals that thrive there. Dress to get wet, wear shoes that will not fall off, and bring water, sunscreen, and a snack. Kayaks, personal floatation devices, paddles and instructions will be provided. Call (347) 672 3210 to make a reservation and for more information. (4.5 miles)

Floyd Bennett Field Seaplane Ramp

Plumb Beach Paddle

Paddle under the bridge from Gerritsen Creek and investigate Plumb Beach with the rising tide. Dress to get wet, wear shoes that will not fall off, and bring water, sunscreen, and a snack. Kayaks, personal floatation devices, paddles and instructions will be provided. C......More

Paddle under the bridge from Gerritsen Creek and investigate Plumb Beach with the rising tide. Dress to get wet, wear shoes that will not fall off, and bring water, sunscreen, and a snack. Kayaks, personal floatation devices, paddles and instructions will be provided. Call (347) 672 3210 to make a reservation and for more information. (2 miles)

South end of Gerritsen Avenue, Brooklyn

Harbor and Horizon Junior Ranger Program at Fort Wadsworth

 Designed for young explorers, this hands-on educational program introduces children to environmental conservation, wildlife observation, and park stewardship. Participants will develop leadership skills while learning how to protect and appreciate our natural resources......More

 Designed for young explorers, this hands-on educational program introduces children to environmental conservation, wildlife observation, and park stewardship. Participants will develop leadership skills while learning how to protect and appreciate our natural resources. Contact 718-354-4500 for details. 

Fort Wadsworth Visitor Center

Spermaceti Cove No. 2 Life-Saving Service Station

Stop by the Life-Saving Station, operated by our park friends group, the Sandy Hook Foundation, to explore the historic building and visit the shop.

Spermaceti Cove Life Saving Station

Island Channel Paddle

Paddle past unique natural and cultural landscapes on this intermediate paddle from Floyd Bennett Field's Seaplane Ramp. Dress to get wet, wear shoes that will not fall off, and bring water, sunscreen, and a snack. Kayaks, personal floatation devices, paddles and instru......More

Paddle past unique natural and cultural landscapes on this intermediate paddle from Floyd Bennett Field's Seaplane Ramp. Dress to get wet, wear shoes that will not fall off, and bring water, sunscreen, and a snack. Kayaks, personal floatation devices, paddles and instructions will be provided. Call (347) 672 3210 to make a reservation and for more information.  (3 miles)

Floyd Bennett Field Seaplane Ramp

Learn to Paddle at the Floyd Bennett Field Seaplane Ramp

This is a fun “how to” paddle program. Learn to get in and out, go forward, turn, stop and back up a kayak. Dress to get wet, wear shoes that will not fall off, and bring water, sunscreen, and a snack. Kayaks, personal floatation devices, paddles and instructions will b......More

This is a fun “how to” paddle program. Learn to get in and out, go forward, turn, stop and back up a kayak. Dress to get wet, wear shoes that will not fall off, and bring water, sunscreen, and a snack. Kayaks, personal floatation devices, paddles and instructions will be provided. Call (347) 672 3210 to make a reservation and for more information.  

Floyd Bennett Field Seaplane Ramp

Grind and Shine Beach Cleanup at Miller Field

Rise, shine, and make a difference. This energetic morning cleanup invites volunteers to start the day with purpose by helping restore the shoreline while promoting environmental responsibility and community pride. Contact 718-354-4500 for details. 

Miller Field Ranger Station

Spermaceti Cove No. 2 Life-Saving Service Station

Stop by the Life-Saving Station, operated by our park friends group, the Sandy Hook Foundation, to explore the historic building and visit the shop.

Spermaceti Cove Life Saving Station

Gill Hodges Bridge Excursion

From the North Side to the South Side and back to the start. Dress to get wet, wear shoes that will not fall off, and bring water, sunscreen, and a snack. Kayaks, personal floatation devices, paddles and instructions will be provided. Call (347) 672 3210 to make a reser......More

From the North Side to the South Side and back to the start. Dress to get wet, wear shoes that will not fall off, and bring water, sunscreen, and a snack. Kayaks, personal floatation devices, paddles and instructions will be provided. Call (347) 672 3210 to make a reservation and for more information.  (4 miles)

Mill Basin Kayak Launch at Floyd Bennett Field

Sandy Hook Lighthouse Tours

Tours are first come first served. Visitors are guided up 95 steps and a 9-rung ladder to the lantern room. Children must be 48 inches or taller to climb. Each tour is approximately 30 minutes long.Tour signups start at 12:30 in the Sandy Hook Visitor Center.   ...More

Tours are first come first served. Visitors are guided up 95 steps and a 9-rung ladder to the lantern room. Children must be 48 inches or taller to climb. Each tour is approximately 30 minutes long.Tour signups start at 12:30 in the Sandy Hook Visitor Center.   

Sandy Hook Lighthouse

Sandy Hook History House

Built in 1898 and designated a lieutenant’s quarters on Officers Row, History House is furnished to the WWII era, the busiest time in the fort’s history. Enjoy this unique experience at your own pace with a self-guided tour.

Sandy Hook History House, Building 1

Jamaica Bay Book Club

Come join us for our book club! We will be reading selections of nature-themed literature, and together think critically about nature literature and our place in the natural world. This will be an outlet for open and respectful discussion, and a space to jointly enjoy t......More

Come join us for our book club! We will be reading selections of nature-themed literature, and together think critically about nature literature and our place in the natural world. This will be an outlet for open and respectful discussion, and a space to jointly enjoy the works that we will be reading! Please bring your thoughts and questions.

Jamaica Bay Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center

Fort Tompkins Lantern Tour

Explore Fort Wadsworth after sunset on our Lantern Tour! Rangers will lead you through the dark rooms and passages of Fort Tompkins. Along the way, you will learn about the history of the fort and some unusual stories that have taken place over the centuries. This uniqu......More

Explore Fort Wadsworth after sunset on our Lantern Tour! Rangers will lead you through the dark rooms and passages of Fort Tompkins. Along the way, you will learn about the history of the fort and some unusual stories that have taken place over the centuries. This unique opportunity will allow visitors to see Fort Tompkins in a whole new light! Spots are limited and reservations on Eventbrite are required. We will meet at the Visitor Center and then walk to Fort Tompkins. Contact 718-354-4500 for questions. 

Fort Wadsworth Visitor Center

Yoga on the Beach at Sandy Hook

Start the weekend with beachside yoga led by Tony Costa. Supported by the Sandy Hook Foundation, classes take place just over the dunes on the beach in front of the Spermaceti Cove Lifesaving Service Station.

Spermaceti Cove No. 2 Life-Saving Service Station

Spermaceti Cove No. 2 Life-Saving Service Station

Stop by the Life-Saving Station, operated by our park friends group, the Sandy Hook Foundation, to explore the historic building and visit the shop.

Spermaceti Cove No. 2 Life Saving Service Station

Kayaking for Beginners at Floyd Bennett Field

Kayaking for beginners. Open to the public, ages 6 and up with an adult. No reservation is required.Dress to get wet, wear shoes that will not fall off, and bring water, sunscreen, and a snack. Kayaks, personal floatation devices, paddles and instructions will be provid......More

Kayaking for beginners. Open to the public, ages 6 and up with an adult. No reservation is required.Dress to get wet, wear shoes that will not fall off, and bring water, sunscreen, and a snack. Kayaks, personal floatation devices, paddles and instructions will be provided.

Floyd Bennett Field Seaplane Ramp

Hangar B Open House

Discover Floyd Bennett Field’s aviation history and explore restored aircrafts at a historic airplane hangar. Explore on your own during open house hours or join a park ranger for a guided tour at 10:30 a.m.

Hangar B, Floyd Bennett Field

Fort Tompkins Tour

Join us for a tour around Fort Tompkins as we explore the fort and surrounding areas. Inclement weather will cancel this program. Dress appropriately for the weather and bring water. Call 718-354-4500 to make a reservation.

Meet at the Fort Wadsworth Visitor Center

East Pond Shoreline Rove

Walked the West Pond loop trail and looking for your next Jamaica Bay adventure? Join a ranger for a rove around the shoreline of the East Pond and learn to safely navigate what can be a difficult trek on the mudflats and how to be responsible nature observers while get......More

Walked the West Pond loop trail and looking for your next Jamaica Bay adventure? Join a ranger for a rove around the shoreline of the East Pond and learn to safely navigate what can be a difficult trek on the mudflats and how to be responsible nature observers while getting some close-up views of shorebirds and other wildlife.Long sleeves, pants, and high muck boots are highly recommended. Depending on conditions, this can at times be a difficult walk, through mud, muck, and tall grasses and reeds.

Jamaica Bay Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center

Kayaking for Beginners at Riis Landing

Kayaking for beginners. Open to the public, ages 6 and up with an adult. No reservation required. Dress to get wet, wear shoes that will not fall off, and bring water, sunscreen, and a snack. Kayaks, personal floatation devices, paddles and instructions will be provided......More

Kayaking for beginners. Open to the public, ages 6 and up with an adult. No reservation required. Dress to get wet, wear shoes that will not fall off, and bring water, sunscreen, and a snack. Kayaks, personal floatation devices, paddles and instructions will be provided.

Riis Landing

Sandy Hook Lighthouse Tours

Tours are first come first served. Visitors are guided up 95 steps and a 9-rung ladder to the lantern room. Children must be 48 inches or taller to climb. Each tour is approximately 30 minutes long.Tour signups start at 12:30 in the Sandy Hook Visitor Center.   ...More

Tours are first come first served. Visitors are guided up 95 steps and a 9-rung ladder to the lantern room. Children must be 48 inches or taller to climb. Each tour is approximately 30 minutes long.Tour signups start at 12:30 in the Sandy Hook Visitor Center.   

Sandy Hook Lighthouse

Sandy Hook History House

Built in 1898 and designated a lieutenant’s quarters on Officers Row, History House is furnished to the WWII era, the busiest time in the fort’s history. Enjoy this unique experience at your own pace with a self-guided tour.

Sandy Hook History House, Building 1

Fort Hancock Museum

From the Revolutionary War to the Cold War, Sandy Hook boasts a rich military history. Stop in and learn about Sandy Hook’s history from cannons to missiles. Explore Artist in Residence Heather Heckel’s work, which displays 250 pieces of art.

Building 28, Sandy Hook

Battery Weed Open House

Have you always wondered what was inside of Battery Weed, but have not been able to join in on a tour? Park Rangers will open up Battery Weed to explore at your own pace on Saturday and Sunday afternoons. Stop by and learn about this wonder under the Verrazzano Bridge. ......More

Have you always wondered what was inside of Battery Weed, but have not been able to join in on a tour? Park Rangers will open up Battery Weed to explore at your own pace on Saturday and Sunday afternoons. Stop by and learn about this wonder under the Verrazzano Bridge. 

Battery Weed

Seining in the Sandy Hook Bay

Join a park ranger on the bayside to go seining, dragging a large net with two poles on each end through the water, to discover various species. Must bring water shoes. Reserve on Eventbrite.

Bayside Beach C, Sandy Hook