Sandy Hook Lighthouse
Sandy Hook · 1 hour (tour) + beach time
America's oldest working lighthouse (1764). Colonial-era tower in Sandy Hook park.
About Sandy Hook Lighthouse
The oldest working lighthouse in the United States, built in 1764. Standing within the Gateway National Recreation Area, this 85-foot octagonal tower has survived the Revolutionary War and continues to guide mariners into New York Harbor. Tours offer a glimpse into colonial-era lighthouse keeping.
Highlights
- ✓Oldest working US lighthouse
- ✓Revolutionary War survivor
- ✓Gateway National Recreation Area
- ✓85-foot octagonal tower
Insider Tips
- Combine with Sandy Hook beach day
- Fort Hancock historic district nearby
- Oldest working lighthouse in America
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Features & Amenities
Quick Facts
- Location
- Sandy Hook
- Address
- Gateway National Recreation Area, Sandy Hook, NJ 07732
- Duration
- 1 hour (tour) + beach time
- Established
- 1764
Hours & Season
- Season
- Seasonal tours only
Tours offered spring through fall. Check NPS website for schedule.
Pricing
Park Entry (per vehicle)
Memorial Day - Labor Day. Free off-season.
Lighthouse Tour
Free with park admission. First-come, first-served.
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