Sandy Hook Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
peninsula in Monmouth County, New Jersey
About Sandy Hook
Geologically, Sandy Hook is a large sand spit or barrier spit, the extension of a barrier peninsula along the coast of New Jersey, separated from the mainland by the estuary of the Shrewsbury River. On its western side, the peninsula encloses Sandy Hook Bay, a triangular arm of Raritan Bay. The 1665 peninsula was discovered by Henry Hudson, and, historically, Sandy Hook has been a convenient anchorage for ships before proceeding into Upper New York Harbor.
Top Attractions in Sandy Hook
Explore the best things to see and do in Sandy Hook:
- ★Gunnison Beach
- ★Sandy Hook Lighthouse
- ★Twin Lights Historic Site
Where to Eat in Sandy Hook
Must-try local food and restaurants:
- 🍴Bahr’s Landing
Where to Stay in Sandy Hook
- 🏨Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites
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