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Gateway National Recreation Area76th Coast Artillery Baseball team pose in front of Fort Hancock barracks c. 1905
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Gateway National Recreation Area
Your Safety
Sandy Hook Lifeguards and Beach
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Surf Guards and bathers at Gateway's Sandy Hook Unit

Visitor safety is a high priority of all Gateway National Recreation Area and United States Park Police personnel. Ongoing safety programs include:

  • Surfguarding of Park Beaches
  • Wildland Fire Prevention and Suppression
  • Search and Rescue operations
  • Emergency Medical Services
  • Ongoing safety and health inspections of park and concessioner facilities

Read "Have a Safe Trip: Enjoying Your National Parks" to learn more about how you can enjoy your national park visit safely.

 
Aeiral view of the eastern portion of Jamaica Bay  

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At approximately 32 square miles and over 13000 acres, Jamaica Bay is the largest natural open space in New York City.

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Last Updated: July 13, 2007 at 16:23 EST