Overview
There's no other campground in the world where a family can sleep under the stars, tour the Statue of Liberty, watch a Broadway musical and kayak in one of the world's premier bird migration sanctuaries-all in one trip. Camp Gateway provides a tranquil outdoor experience right outside the nation's most lively and iconic metropolis- New York City.
Great Facilities and Amenities
Bbq
(32 of 44 campsites have Bbq)
Campfire Allowed
(32 of 44 campsites have Campfire Allowed)
Checkin Time
(All campsites have Checkin Time)
Checkout Time
(All campsites have Checkout Time)
Drinking Water
(10 of 44 campsites have Drinking Water)
Driveway Entry
(6 of 44 campsites have Driveway Entry)
Firepit
(32 of 44 campsites have Firepit)
Hike In Distance To Site
(Up to 500')
Max Num Of People
(Up to 6)
Max Num Of Vehicles
(Up to 2)
Picnic Table
(All campsites have Picnic Table)
Shade
(18 of 44 campsites have Shade)
Site Access
(There are variety of Site Acceses. Such as hike in and drive in.)
Natural Features
Gateway National Recreation Area exists within one of the most urbanized areas of the country, covering 26,000 acres of New Jersey and three New York City boroughs. Among the urban environment, the park boasts grasslands, woodlands, sand dunes, beaches, ponds, salt marshes and forests.
Camp Gateway is in the woodland habitat of Floyd Bennet Field.
Recreation
History buffs can visit Civil War-era forts, restored historic aircraft or Nike missile sites. Nature lovers can stroll wooded paths, watch for birds and horseshoe crabs or simply relax. Horseback riding, kayaking and archery are also options.
Permitted Equipment
rv-Up to 50ft
vehicle-N/A
5th wheel-N/A
camper van-N/A
pickup camper-N/A
pop up camper-N/A
tent-N/A
trailer-N/A
Nearby Attractions
Biking trails weave through Fort Tilden, with a military history that dates back to the War of 1812.Birders should try the Jamaica Bay Wildlife Refuge with 300 species of migratory birds, with willets and green herons in spring and summer, or osprey and black crowned night herons year-round.
If the big city beckons, head to Riis Landing for seasonal ferry rides to Manhattan. Call for information.