Sandy Hook

Hosts the nicest (quiet) shore in NJ.

Sandy Hook is a great family place to visit all year round. Keep watching the NPS web site for events that occur all year round.

Gunnison Beach at Sandy Hook was a well kept secret for some time. It’s the best clothing optional beach in the area.
People are friendly and the beach well kept. If you really enjoy being free and au natural this is the place to visit.
After a day of sun check out the Seagull’s Nest on the way out.
It’s a great spot for a cocktail and some live music.

Specifically, Gunnison Beach near the north end. It is a LEGAL nude beach, run by the US Government. If you haven’t tried going to a nude beach, you should—it will not only be the most pleasant way to be on a beach, but it will be a setting for personal growth. Recommend you arrive early—it’s the most popular beach there, and the parking lot fills up early. Bring a beach umbrella, since there is ZERO shade anywhere. But do NOT bring a bathing suit!

but it was pretty cool. I rode my mountain bike all the way here from Matawan with a buddy once. On a clear day or at night, you could see the New York skyline from here.

Gotta go, even if just once…!!!

What a GLORIOUS day. Spent the day at Gunnison Beach on Sandy Hook, in New Jersey.

I woke up early and got over to the West 38th Street New York Waterway pier to board the Ferry. The ride was great…went right under the Verrazano Narrows Bridge and everything. Got to the beach and it was just the most perfect beach weather ever. The water is delightfully warm, and everyone was just having a great time.

A wonderful official “end” to Summer.