Sandy Hook, NJ
Sunrise to Sunset
476 miles
25
°F
0
7
mph
77
%Crowd Level Now
Walk to water
🚶
~6Beach Alerts
Good Conditions
No current safety alerts for this beach
About This Beach
Sandy Hook Beach, part of Gateway National Recreation Area, offers a diverse experience with various beach sections, some lifeguarded and others not. It features a mix of calm and wavy waters, historical sites (Fort Hancock, lighthouse), and even a clothing-optional beach. Facilities include restrooms, showers (though cleanliness varies), and food trucks, but visitors should be prepared to carry in and carry out their trash.
🅿️0 Parkings|🚶0 Entrances
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Plan Your Visit
Beach Overview
Clothing Optional
Amenities
Stroller Friendly
Rentals
Activities & Rentals
Surfing
Kayaking
Beachgoers Reviews
4.7
Average Rating
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Weather Forecast
Updated: 3/2/2026, 8:30:00 PM
Hourly
| Time | Air Temp | UV | Wind | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20:00 | 24° | 0 | 6 mph | 0 |
| 21:00 | 25° | 0 | 6 mph | 0 |
| 22:00 | 25° | 0 | 6 mph | 0 |
| 23:00 | 25° | 0 | 6 mph | 0 |
| 00:00 | 24° | 0 | 5 mph | 0 |
| 01:00 | 25° | 0 | 5 mph | 0 |
| 02:00 | 29° | 0 | 5 mph | 0 |
Surf Conditions
Updated: Updated: 3/2/2026, 8:30:00 PM
Hourly Surf
| Time | Temp | Wave | Period | Swell | Tide |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20:00 | 35°F | 1.5 ft | 7s | → E | -0.7 ft |
| 21:00 | 35°F | 1.4 ft | 7s | → E | -1.7 ft |
| 22:00 | 35°F | 1.4 ft | 7s | → E | -3.0 ft |
| 23:00 | 35°F | 1.4 ft | 7s | → E | -4.3 ft |
| 00:00 | 35°F | 1.4 ft | 6s | → E | -5.0 ft |
| 01:00 | 35°F | 1.4 ft | 6s | → E | -4.9 ft |
| 02:00 | 35°F | 1.4 ft | 6s | → E | -4.0 ft |