Sandy Hook Bay – Atlantic Highlands loop from Highlands

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Sandy Hook Bay – Atlantic Highlands loop from Highlands

Moderate

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Sandy Hook Bay – Atlantic Highlands loop from Highlands

02:16

36.1km

180m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: September 10, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 15.8 km for 64 m

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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518 m

Forest Trail in Hartshorne Woods Park

Highlight • Trail

Hartshorne Woods Park is home to over 15 miles of multi-use trails that spend most of their time in the trees with a few paths journeying right up next to …

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8.06 km

Sandy Hook Trail

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Sandy Hook Trail is a scenic path that winds through dunes and maritime forests, providing breathtaking views of the Atlantic Ocean and the historic Sandy Hook Lighthouse.

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9.42 km

Beach C

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Beach C sits in the Gateway National Recreation Area on a narrow peninsula with a long sand bank. It’s at a point where the peninsula is very narrow, so you …

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10.5 km

Beach D

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Beach D is part of the sequence of beaches in Gateway Area, sitting along the path that runs along the coast. The nice sandy beach offers some facilities, like a …

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10.5 km

Beach D, Gateway National Recreation Area

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Beach D is part of the sequence of beaches in Gateway Area, sitting along the path that runs along the coast. The nice sandy beach offers some facilities, like a …

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11.6 km

Nike Missile Launch Site NY-56

Highlight • Historical Site

Nike Missile Launch Site NY-56 is also known as the Sandy Hook Nike Launch Site or Fort Hancock. During the Cold War, this was one of the most highly classified …

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31.0 km

Sandy Hook Bay

Highlight • Lake

Here you ride along the water, with nice views of the bay and the NYC skyline in the background.

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31.3 km

Nestled along the Jersey Shore, Atlantic Highlands, New Jersey, charms with its coastal allure. Picturesque marinas, historic architecture, and vibrant community spirit create a delightful seaside experience for residents and visitors.

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36.1 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

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