About Camp Gateway - Sandy Hook
Number of accommodations: 18
Nearby Activities & Attractions
Birding
Hiking
Kayaking
Swimming
Seasonal information
2026 Season availability
Campground Amenities
Water and Hygiene
- Potable Water
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Reviews (221)
What Guests Are Saying
Camp Gateway at Sandy Hook offers a beautiful and well-maintained campground with various activities, including hiking, biking, and fishing. Visitors appreciate the helpful rangers, clean facilities, and proximity to the beach and bay. While some noted minor inconveniences like limited parking and a lack of showers, the overall experience is positive, with many eager to return.
What Guests Are Saying
Camp Gateway at Sandy Hook offers a beautiful and well-maintained campground with various activities, including hiking, biking, and fishing. Visitors appreciate the helpful rangers, clean facilities, and proximity to the beach and bay. While some noted minor inconveniences like limited parking and a lack of showers, the overall experience is positive, with many eager to return.
Review Summary
Josh F
VerifiedJuly 14, 2023 • Stayed at: C11, Loop: Cannonball
Overall the NPS rangers are very patient, personable, friendly and helpful. The campsites are excellent and clean. The bathrooms need help just because they are getting old, and obviously showers of any sort, even a rustic outdoor shower, would be a proper addition. Too many raccoons, foxes, and deer, all of which interfere in the camping experience.
Kelly G
VerifiedJuly 6, 2023 • Stayed at: B10, Loop: Beach Plum
comfortable & convenient - we enjoy being so close to the bay, bike path, the ocean, etc
Kelly G
VerifiedJuly 6, 2023 • Stayed at: B10, Loop: Beach Plum
comfortable & convenient - we enjoy being so close to the bay, bike path, the ocean, etc
Robert R
VerifiedJune 28, 2023 • Stayed at: C11, Loop: Cannonball
Awsome
Robert R
VerifiedJune 28, 2023 • Stayed at: C11, Loop: Cannonball
Awsome
Myrna S
VerifiedJune 27, 2023 • Stayed at: A01, Loop: Ajax
Love camping here
Myrna S
VerifiedJune 27, 2023 • Stayed at: A01, Loop: Ajax
Love camping here
Casey B
VerifiedJune 26, 2023 • Stayed at: D15, Loop: Dune Grass
Great spot between the bay and the ocean - and very popular, so make your reservations as soon as you can. The campsites are close together, but still roomy enough to enjoy the evening around the firepit. It's an easy walk or bike to the Sandy Hook lighthouse and historic buildings. We were forewarned by a fellow camper that the raccoons are VERY aggressive here, and we made sure to keep every speck of food (even toothpaste!) in the storage locker. Take heed!
Casey B
VerifiedJune 26, 2023 • Stayed at: D15, Loop: Dune Grass
Great spot between the bay and the ocean - and very popular, so make your reservations as soon as you can. The campsites are close together, but still roomy enough to enjoy the evening around the firepit. It's an easy walk or bike to the Sandy Hook lighthouse and historic buildings. We were forewarned by a fellow camper that the raccoons are VERY aggressive here, and we made sure to keep every speck of food (even toothpaste!) in the storage locker. Take heed!
Caroline K
VerifiedJune 25, 2023 • Stayed at: E17, Loop: Endicott
Campsite was great. My son had a small bike accident and the rangers were quick and helpful. Will definitely return!
Location Camp Gateway - Sandy Hook
Address:
Camp Gateway Sandy Hook
Highlands, NJ, 07732
United States
From North Jersey and New York: South on the New Jersey Turnpike, Exit 11 onto the Garden State Parkway (South), Exit 117 (Keyport/Hazlet). After toll, bear left and follow Route 36 East 12 miles to park entrance (after crossing the Highlands Bridge). Stay right to enter the park.
From South Jersey: North on Garden State Parkway, Exit 105 (Eatontown), bear left for Route 36 East. Continue on Route 36 East, pass Monmouth Mall and across Route 35 through Eatontown and Long Branch (Route 36 is called Joline Avenue here). Continue on Route 36, which turns left and follows north along ocean (Route 36 is called Ocean Blvd. here). North for six miles through the towns of Long Branch, Monmouth Beach and Sea Bright to park.
From Philadelphia & Camden, New Jersey: New Jersey Turnpike north to Exit 7A (Shore Points) onto I-195, East on I-195 to Garden State Parkway north, GSP north to Exit 105 (Eatontown). Then follow "From South Jersey" directions above.
For directions by bus or ferry please go to www.nps.gov/gate/planyourvisit/directions.htm .
Latitude & Longitude: 40.4501 / -73.9951
Elevation: 4 feet
Policies & Rules
Arrival & departure
Check in time
12PM
Check out time
10AM
- For late arrivals, obtain your parking pass before 9:00 p.m. to avoid ticketing.
- Visit the provided website for more information about the area.
Wildlife & food storage
- Expect to see Tawny Field Cockroaches between July and October, but they are harmless.
- Keep food and scented items stored in provided lockers to avoid raccoon encounters.
Pets
- Alcohol, smoking, and pets are not allowed in the campground.
Site types & loops
- Only tent camping is allowed; RVs and car camping are not permitted.
Amenities
- Restrooms with flushable toilets and sinks are available, but no showers.
Cancellation policy
- You must be at least 18 years old to reserve a campsite and have at least one adult per site.
Safety & rules
- Overnight camping only; day-use is not allowed.
- There are no electric hookups and generators are not allowed.
Vehicles & parking
- One vehicle per campsite is allowed, with limited parking available.
Fires & fuel
- Buy firewood at check-in; outside wood and collecting wood in the park are not allowed.
Fees & deposits
- Parking fees apply from Memorial Day Weekend through Labor Day; fees are required in designated lots.
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Last updated: June 3, 2026
