Rockaway Cove Paddle

Kayak to Rockaway Point and back. This trip follows the scenic bay shore of Rockaway peninsula along the cove toward Rockaway Point. Dress to get wet, wear shoes that will not fall off, and bring water, sunscreen, and a snack. Kayaks, personal floatation devices, paddle......More

Kayak to Rockaway Point and back. This trip follows the scenic bay shore of Rockaway peninsula along the cove toward Rockaway Point. 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)

Riis Landing

Open Sky Open Mind Walk at Miller Field

Join us for the Open Sky Open Mind Walk at Miller Field for a refreshing experience designed to inspire movement, mindfulness, and meaningful connection. Breathe in the fresh air, clear your mind, and walk alongside a community focused on wellness, positivity, and peace......More

Join us for the Open Sky Open Mind Walk at Miller Field for a refreshing experience designed to inspire movement, mindfulness, and meaningful connection. Breathe in the fresh air, clear your mind, and walk alongside a community focused on wellness, positivity, and peace under the open sky. Contact 718-354-4500 with questions. 

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

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

Bergen Beach Paddle

Kayak across Mill Basin toward the Paerdegat Bridge in this adventure of the Northwest corner 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......More

Kayak across Mill Basin toward the Paerdegat Bridge in this adventure of the Northwest corner 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. (3 miles)

Mill Basin Kayak Launch at the Floyd Bennett Field

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

Mill Basin Beginner Paddle

Enjoy this easygoing paddle along the basin’s shoreline and perhaps glimpse roiling bunker or horses on the far shoreline. Instruction provided. Dress to get wet, wear shoes that will not fall off, and bring water, sunscreen, and a snack. Kayaks, personal floatation dev......More

Enjoy this easygoing paddle along the basin’s shoreline and perhaps glimpse roiling bunker or horses on the far shoreline. Instruction provided. 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.

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

Learn to Paddle at Mill Basin

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.

Mill Basin Kayak Launch at Floyd Bennett Field

Yoga on the Beach at Sandy Hook

Start the weekend with beachside yoga led by Tony Costa. Supported by theSandy Hook Foundation, classes take place just over the dunes on the beach infront of the Spermacetti 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 Beach 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.” 

Horseshoe Cove, Parking Lot L, 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

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

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

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: Refuge for Wildlife, Refuge for People

Join a park ranger on a tour to learn all about Jamaica Bay Wildlife Refuge! Together we'll focus on the plants, animals, and history, that make this place so special. We will incorporate some meditative practices as well to find new ways to enhance our experiences in n......More

Join a park ranger on a tour to learn all about Jamaica Bay Wildlife Refuge! Together we'll focus on the plants, animals, and history, that make this place so special. We will incorporate some meditative practices as well to find new ways to enhance our experiences in nature.

Jamaica Bay Wildlife Refuge

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

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

Artist in Residence Opening Reception: Heather Heckel at Sandy Hook

Explore Artist in Residence Heather Heckel’s work, which displays 250 pieces of art that connect visitors to the places and stories interpreted by the National Park Service. Meet the artist and view the exhibit’s corresponding book available for purchase at the Visitor ......More

Explore Artist in Residence Heather Heckel’s work, which displays 250 pieces of art that connect visitors to the places and stories interpreted by the National Park Service. Meet the artist and view the exhibit’s corresponding book available for purchase at the Visitor Center’s Official Park Store. Light refreshments will be provided. The artist talk begins at 2:30PM. 

Fort Hancock Museum, Building 28

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

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

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

East Mill Basin Creek Paddle

View the vestiges of the once sprawling saltmarsh and today’s developed landscapes on this paddle from the Mill Basin Kayak Launch. Dress to get wet, wear shoes that will not fall off, and bring water, sunscreen, and a snack. Kayaks, personal floatation devices, paddles......More

View the vestiges of the once sprawling saltmarsh and today’s developed landscapes on this paddle from the Mill Basin Kayak Launch. 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. (2.2 miles)

Mill Basin Kayak Launch at Floyd Bennett Field

Learn to Paddle at Mill Basin

Enjoy 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 ......More

Enjoy 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.

Mill Basin Kayak Launch at Floyd Bennett Field

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

Bergen Beach Paddle

Paddle across Mill Basin toward the Paerdegat Bridge in this adventure of the Northwest corner 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 wil......More

Paddle across Mill Basin toward the Paerdegat Bridge in this adventure of the Northwest corner 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. (2.2 miles) 

Mill Basin Kayak Launch at Floyd Bennett Field

Learn to Paddle at Mill Basin

Enjoy 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 ......More

Enjoy 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.

Mill Basin Kayak Launch at Floyd Bennett Field

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

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

America 250 Sunset Walking Tour at Sandy Hook

Walk the grounds of Fort Hancock, a National Historic Landmark on a ranger-led tour exploring 250 years of Sandy Hook’s role in national and coastal defense. Discover how the park continues to serve the public while enjoying sunset views along the bay!  ...More

Walk the grounds of Fort Hancock, a National Historic Landmark on a ranger-led tour exploring 250 years of Sandy Hook’s role in national and coastal defense. Discover how the park continues to serve the public while enjoying sunset views along the bay!  

Guardian Park, Sandy Hook