Sandy Hook Lighthouse

About

This 1700s beacon & keeper's house with a small gift shop is popular for sunset walks & photography.

Visitors rate it highly — 4.8 out of 5 across 1,036 Google reviews. That puts it 2nd of the 20 rated hiking trails we list in New York.

It keeps the same hours every day — 6:00 AM – 9:00 PM — which makes planning simple. Parking is the easy part: a free lot, a paid lot and free street parking. And if it does not suit, 19 more hiking trails in New York are listed further down this page.

The quick take

Drawn from this listing's ratings, amenities, hours and how it stacks up against other hiking trails in New York.

What works

Consistently well reviewed
4.8 stars held across 1,036 reviews is not a fluke — people keep going back.
2nd best-rated in New York
Measured against the 20 rated hiking trails we track in New York.
A genuine local landmark
1,036 reviews is the kind of number a place only reaches when the whole city knows it.
Open every day
The same hours all week (6:00 AM – 9:00 PM), so there is no schedule to memorise.
Works with kids
Flagged as family-friendly, which usually means room to run and somewhere for the adults to sit.

Worth knowing first

Popular enough to be busy
1,036 reviews cuts both ways. Weekend afternoons draw a crowd, so go early or go midweek if you want it quiet.

Planning a visit

General guidance for hiking trails, adjusted for what this listing records.

What to expect

Marked trails that can run from a short loop to a half-day out, with the trailhead as the only real commitment.

A good fit for hikers and trail runners looking for a route close to town.

When to go

Start early — trailhead parking is the first thing to disappear on a good weekend. The gates are open 6:00 AM – 9:00 PM.

What to bring

More water than feels necessary
Shoes with grip
A downloaded map — signal thins out

Hours

Monday: 6:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Tuesday: 6:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Wednesday: 6:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Thursday: 6:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Friday: 6:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Saturday: 6:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Sunday: 6:00 AM – 9:00 PM

Amenities

Family Friendly

Restrooms

Parking Available

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Common questions about Sandy Hook Lighthouse

What is Sandy Hook Lighthouse?

This 1700s beacon & keeper's house with a small gift shop is popular for sunset walks & photography. It is a hiking trail in New York, NY, at 84 Mercer Rd.

What are the opening hours at Sandy Hook Lighthouse?

Sandy Hook Lighthouse is open 6:00 AM – 9:00 PM every day of the week.

Are there restrooms at Sandy Hook Lighthouse?

Yes, restrooms are available at Sandy Hook Lighthouse.

Is there parking at Sandy Hook Lighthouse?

Parking options here include a free lot, a paid lot and free street parking.

Is Sandy Hook Lighthouse good for kids?

Yes — Sandy Hook Lighthouse is flagged as family-friendly.

How is Sandy Hook Lighthouse rated?

Sandy Hook Lighthouse holds 4.8 out of 5 stars from 1,036 Google reviews.

What else is nearby?

New York has 19 other hiking trails listed on AllParx, including Carpenter's Loop Fort Lee, Cunningham Park Mountain Bike Trailhead and Forest Park Hiking Trails.