Directions

From Garden State Parkway Heading South:

Garden State Parkway South to Exit 117. Take Route 36 East, following signs for Sandy Hook Unit of Gateway National Recreational Area, approximately twelve (12) miles. 

From Garden State Parkway Heading North:

Garden State Parkway North to Exit 105. Take Route 36 (Joline Ave.) to Ocean Boulevard intersection Turn left at traffic light to follow Route 36 (Ocean Boulevard); go approximately eight (8) miles. Follow signs for Sandy Hook Unit of Gateway National Recreation Area

Once in the Park:

Drive straight ahead on main road approximately four (4) miles to historic Fort Hancock. At the Nike Missile Monument (Guardian Park) bear right onto Magruder Road. Go one-tenth (0.1) mile and turn left into the entrance of NJMSC/NJSG’s parking lot (BEFORE the NOAA, James. J. Howard Marine Lab).

Memorial Day through Labor Day:

The National Park Service operates a toll plaza at the entrance to Sandy Hook, collecting tolls between Memorial Day and Labor Day. NJMSC/NJSG visitors do not need to pay a toll. Inform the toll taker that you are attending an NJMSC/NJSG activity. During the Summer, please plan extra time (up to 30 minutes) to pass through the toll plaza.

For Field Trip Groups:

Directions with map