Highlands

The road is the experience.

Getting there is often the point, not just the outcome.

Sandy Hook Unit of Gateway National Recreation Area

Sandy Hook is a 2,044-acre barrier beach peninsula at the northern tip of the New Jersey Shore. The park includes seven miles of ocean beaches, salt marshes, hiking trails and…

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Things to Do in Highlands

Keep moving.

Even slow progress opens up new places and perspectives.

Fort Hancock

Located in the Sandy Hook Unit of Gateway National Recreation Area near the tip of…

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Pause when it feels right.

Some stops aren't on the map, but they're worth taking.

Highlands Bay Avenue District

Unique nautical craft specialty shops, fine & casual, waterfront dining.

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Simple trips are often the best.

You don't need much for a place to leave an impression.

Sandy Hook Unit of Gateway National Recreation Area

Life-guarded beaches in summer, hiking trails and summer evening beach concerts.

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Take the detour.

The extra miles are often where the story begins.

Crack-a-Dawn II

Sport fishing charters.

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Take the detour.

The extra miles are often where the story begins.

Sandy Hook Visitor Center

Located in the Sandy Hook Unit of Gateway National Recreation Area. Exhibits and information on…

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Take the detour.

The extra miles are often where the story begins.

Sandy Hook Bird Observatory

Great bird viewing, 300 species of birds.

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Make time for quiet places.

Not every destination needs noise to be meaningful.

Sandy Hook Lighthouse

America's oldest operating lighthouse is on the grounds of Fort Hancock in the Sandy Hook…

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Make time for quiet places.

Not every destination needs noise to be meaningful.

Bahrs Landing Famous Seafood Restaurant and Marina

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