Sandy Hook, NJ
Sunrise to Sunset
476 miles
67
°F
1
9
mph
84
%Crowd Level Now
Walk to water
🚶
~6Beach Alerts
Tide Shift Notice
High Tide at 11:01 AM: Some shore areas may narrow
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
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Weather Forecast
Updated: 10/14/2026, 8:30:00 AM
Hourly
| Time | Air Temp | UV | Wind | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08:00 | 65° | 0 | 9 mph | 0 |
| 09:00 | 69° | 1 | 8 mph | 0 |
| 10:00 | 72° | 2 | 9 mph | 0 |
| 11:00 | 75° | 3 | 8 mph | 0 |
| 12:00 | 77° | 4 | 9 mph | 0 |
| 13:00 | 72° | 5 | 8 mph | 0.07 |
| 14:00 | 74° | 4 | 9 mph | 0 |
Surf Conditions
Updated: Updated: 10/14/2026, 8:30:00 AM
Hourly Surf
| Time | Temp | Wave | Period | Swell | Tide |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08:00 | 65°F | 1.4 ft | 5s | ↓ S | +0.4 ft |
| 09:00 | 65°F | 1.4 ft | 5s | ↓ S | +0.9 ft |
| 10:00 | 65°F | 1.4 ft | 5s | ↓ S | +0.9 ft |
| 11:00 | 66°F | 1.3 ft | 6s | ↓ S | +0.3 ft |
| 12:00 | 66°F | 1.3 ft | 5s | ↓ S | -0.6 ft |
| 13:00 | 66°F | 1.4 ft | 5s | ↓ S | -1.4 ft |
| 14:00 | 66°F | 1.4 ft | 5s | ↓ S | -2.2 ft |