Winter at Sandy Hook

Some things to do at Sandy Hook in this colder season.

Lighthouse Tours   Daily, 1 PM to 3:30 PM   November 1 - April 30

Tours are first-come, first-served. Visitors must be 48 inches tall to climb the tower. Sign up in the 1883 Keeper's Quarters for free lighthouse tours, and see exhibits on New Jersey lighthouses, a rotating art exhibit, and visit the gift shop. Grounds and video in the adjacent barn are always open. Groups must make advance reservations. Call 732-872-5970 for more information.

History House   Fort Hancock's Officers Row Building 1   Weekends, 1 PM - 5 PM

An 1898 lieutenant's quarters on "Officers Row" overlooking Sandy Hook Bay is furnished to resemble the WWII era, the busiest time in the fort's history.

View of Fort Hancock at sunset from the lighthouse

The Gateway Program Guide for Winter is at nps.gov/gate/planyourvisit