Sandy Hook Will Hold An Evening Lighthouse Climb Aug. 30

HIGHLANDS, NJ — The National Park Service will host a guided climb of the famous Sandy Hook Lighthouse this Saturday, Aug. 30.

These will be free tours led by a park ranger, who will give visitors a history of the lighthouse, and all of Sandy Hook, which used to be a U.S. Army base.

It is free, but you have to reserve a spot in advance and spots are filling up fast. There will be four tours scheduled that evening. Reserve your slot here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/e...

"Join a park ranger for a guided climb of the nation’s oldest operating lighthouse in Sandy Hook, New Jersey! As you ascend 95 steps and a 9-rung ladder to the lantern room, you’ll hear stories and insights about the lighthouse’s unique history and significance."

Participants must be 48 inches tall to climb.

Parking will be available at the Sandy Hook Lighthouse Visitor Center.