BeachMapSandy Hook Beach
A federal park at the northern tip of the Shore — no beach badge, just a per-car parking fee, with miles of sand (and Gunnison, the state’s only legal nude beach). Lots close when the park fills, so come early.
Sandy Hook, New Jersey · live parking & conditions · updated June 19, 2026
- WhereSandy Hook, New Jersey
- CostFree
- ParkingFederal park lots, paid by car in season; no beach badge
- AmenitiesRestrooms · Showers · Lifeguard · Wheelchair accessible
About Sandy Hook Beach
Sandy Hook Beach is a free public beach in Sandy Hook, New Jersey. On-site you'll find restrooms, showers, lifeguard, wheelchair accessible.
Parking at Sandy Hook Beach
Federal park lots, paid by car in season; no beach badge. BeachMap shows Sandy Hook Beach's live parking status — open, filling or full — reported by other beachgoers.
Check Sandy Hook Beach parking on the live map →Conditions & tides
In a typical year July is the warmest month here, with highs near 83°F, and it's reliably beach weather June to September. Tap Sandy Hook Beach on the map for live surf, wind, water temperature, UV and tide times.
Open Sandy Hook Beach on the map →Sandy Hook Beach: FAQ
- Is there parking at Sandy Hook Beach?
- Federal park lots, paid by car in season; no beach badge. BeachMap shows Sandy Hook Beach's real-time parking status — open, filling or full — reported by other beachgoers.
- Is Sandy Hook Beach free?
- Yes — Sandy Hook Beach is free to access.
- What's at Sandy Hook Beach?
- Sandy Hook Beach has restrooms, showers, lifeguard, wheelchair accessible.