It was my first time on Sandy Hook and i was very pleased being there. Me and my girlfriend were looking for a good spot to do some biking along the shore and we decided to give Sandy Hook a shot. It was worth it! Firstly you need to know that there's a fee to get into the recreation area: $15 for regular passenger cars. Secondly you should be aware that this place gets crowed during the summer time by beach goers but luckily Sandy Hook is a long peninsula (6 miles long) so there's enough spots and parking (there are like 6 or 7 parking sections along Sandy Hook) for everybody. There are many fishing spots as well as for picnic and a multi-use pathway which is 5 miles long (10 miles going in and back). It was very pleasant to bike along Sandy Hook. You get wonderful views, historical places to explore, there are a couples of trucks where you can stop to take a bite and much more. Also there are bike and Kayak rentals. I will definitely go back soon during this season. I consider Sandy Hook to be one of the best spots along the Jersey Shore.

This area, in my opinion, has some of the best beaches in America. Lots of history here too. Great place for bike riding along the miles of bike trails. It's a little more crowded this summer because the New York City beaches are closed so those who usually would stay closer to home are coming to Sandy Hook and other New Jersey beaches. I could tell you the least crowded beach on Sandy Hook, but if I did, it would just get crowded. I'm keeping this beach a secret.

This is one of the most beautiful beaches! It’s clean, soft sand, there are walking paths, the bay side, ocean side and ample parking. This is why I have been coming here for years, but there are a few things that can make the beach day unpleasant and has been an issue the last few times I have been there. Some large groups are disrespectful, especially with loud music. Music is okay, but blasting it loud and with profane language is not okay especially with young kids around. Please be courteous of others around you! The second item are these large wind barriers that many people were using. These are fine if you are not blocking the beautiful view of the beach for everyone around you. But some groups set up large barriers right in front of the beach. Please, be respectful as everyone is sharing the same beach. For these reasons. I think I will stick to off season visits as there are lots of other beaches to choose from that don’t have these issues.