Sandy Hook Formation, Highlands

Name: Sandy Hook Formation
Address: Highlands, United States

#6 among attractions in Highlands

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The Sandy Hook Formation is a geologic formation in New Jersey. It preserves fossils dating back to the Cretaceous period. ()

Coordinates: 40°24'0"N, 74°0'0"W

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Sandy Hook Formation – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Navesink Twin Lights, Highlands–Sea Bright Bridge, Mount Mitchill, Hartshorne Woods Park.

0.8 miE
Lighthouse, Vernacular architecture
Navesink Twin Lights, Highlands
20 min walk • The Navesink Twin Lights is a non-operational lighthouse and museum located in Highlands, Monmouth County, New Jersey, United States, overlooking Sandy Hook Bay, the entrance to the New York Harbor and the Atlantic Ocean.
1.1 miE
Bridge
Highlands–Sea Bright Bridge, Highlands
29 min walk • The Highlands-Sea Bright Bridge is a bridge connecting Highlands, New Jersey in the west to Sea Bright, New Jersey in the east, across the Shrewsbury River. The eastern terminus is at the entrance to Sandy Hook. The span is part of Route 36.
0.5 miN
Outdoor activities, View point, Park
Mount Mitchill, Atlantic Highlands
14 min walk • Mount Mitchill in Atlantic Highlands, Monmouth County, New Jersey, United States, at 266 feet, is the highest headland of the United States east coast south of Maine.
1 miSE
Nature and wildlife, Park
Hartshorne Woods Park, Highlands
26 min walk • Hartshorne Woods Park is a 736-acre county park located in Northern Monmouth County, New Jersey, United States, in New Jersey's Bayshore Region. The park has 16 miles of trails, several old military bunkers and a small beach with a fishing pier. It is roughly bordered to the north and west by Navesink Ave and Route 36.
1.1 miW
Church
All Saint's Memorial Church, Sandy Hook
28 min walk • All Saints' Memorial Church is a small stone Gothic-style Episcopal church built in 1864 by Richard Upjohn in Navesink, New Jersey. A National Historic Landmark, the church complex, which includes the rectory, stable, and carriage house, is a well-preserved example of the late work of Upjohn.
~1610 ftE
Shingle style architecture
Water Witch Club Casino, Highlands
8 min walk • Water Witch Club Casino is located in Highlands, Monmouth County, New Jersey. The building was built in 1905 and was added to the National Register of Historic Places on August 13, 1990.
~870 ftE
Neighbourhood
Water Witch Club Historic District, Highlands
5 min walk • The Water Witch Club Historic District is located in Middletown Township, Monmouth County, New Jersey. The district was added to the National Register of Historic Places on March 12, 2004.

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Which popular attractions are close to Sandy Hook Formation?

Nearby attractions include Water Witch Club Historic District, Highlands (5 min walk), Water Witch Club Casino, Highlands (8 min walk), Mount Mitchill, Atlantic Highlands (14 min walk), Navesink Twin Lights, Highlands (20 min walk).

Sandy Hook Formation, Highlands

Facts and practical information

Highlands plan & book

Sandy Hook Formation – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Navesink Twin Lights, Highlands

Highlands–Sea Bright Bridge, Highlands

Mount Mitchill, Atlantic Highlands

Hartshorne Woods Park, Highlands

All Saint's Memorial Church, Sandy Hook

Water Witch Club Casino, Highlands

Water Witch Club Historic District, Highlands

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Sandy Hook Formation?