Fort Hancock
Fort Hancock is a historic and protected site Highlands located in United States.
Gateway National Recreation Area Highlands , NJ 07732 United States
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Photo challenge! Check out this vintage Documerica photo taken here 40 years ago. Take a photo of the area today and submit it to our State of the Environment Photo Project. Read more
This place is a treasure trove of American History with so much to see and do! A National Historical Landmark hiding right here in Monmouth County . Battery Gunnison / New Peck is a must!
Wow - fantastic place to work your dog! Dogs are allowed on the river side beaches year round and on the ocean side beaches from Labor day to Memorial Day. Leashes required.
This coastal artillery base operated as a proving ground from 1874 to 1919. It's role evolved in WWII, when it played a pivotal role in defending NY's harbor from enemy submarines . Read more
Some great history here...loved seeing the lighthouse and the smallish museum .
The New York Yankees played baseball here once when this was an active fort.
A must see!!
Check out the tours !
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You can now go inside on weekends. Not the same as when it was a museum but still interesting - Brandon H.
Take the long trail to the beach, about 4 miles for a hideaway cove. Bring your dog for a dip and pack a picnic. - Rekha Chedalavada
Best to visit before Memorial Day or after Labor Day. Great area for bike rides, kayaking, surfing, hiking, running, wind-surfing, and sailing! - Alison Broomall
Great place to walk around year round. Gets crowded in the summer so come early for a good spot. - Todd A Williams
It's a great atmosphere. Great view of NYC, friendly people and the freedom of being naked. Always a fun day here. - Chuckie
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