Sandy Hook, NJ
Sunrise to Sunset
209 miles
75
°F
6
8
mph
49
%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: 9/7/2026, 12:15:00 PM
Hourly
| Time | Air Temp | UV | Wind | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12:00 | 75° | 6 | 8 mph | 0 |
| 13:00 | 77° | 6 | 7 mph | 0 |
| 14:00 | 78° | 6 | 6 mph | 0 |
| 15:00 | 79° | 6 | 5 mph | 0 |
| 16:00 | 80° | 5 | 5 mph | 0 |
| 17:00 | 80° | 3 | 5 mph | 0 |
| 18:00 | 79° | 2 | 6 mph | 0 |
Surf Conditions
Updated: Updated: 9/7/2026, 12:15:00 PM
Hourly Surf
| Time | Temp | Wave | Period | Swell | Tide |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12:00 | 76°F | 1.1 ft | 8s | → E | -2.6 ft |
| 13:00 | 76°F | 1 ft | 8s | → E | -1.5 ft |
| 14:00 | 76°F | 1 ft | 8s | → E | -0.5 ft |
| 15:00 | 76°F | 1 ft | 8s | → E | +0.4 ft |
| 16:00 | 76°F | 1 ft | 8s | → E | +1.0 ft |
| 17:00 | 76°F | 1 ft | 8s | → E | +1.1 ft |
| 18:00 | 76°F | 0.9 ft | 8s | → E | +0.6 ft |