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Gateway National Recreation AreaBirding at Jamaica Bay Wildlife Refuge
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Gateway National Recreation Area
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Seals at Sandy Hook taking advantage of the warm sun by laying on a sandbar in winter. 
Harbor seals on sandbar in Sandy Hook Bay getting some sun on a winter day. They are a seasonal visitor.

Gateway National Recreation Area Activities

Gateway is a great place to explore. Activities in the park include hiking, biking, swimming, fishing, sailing, canoeing, bird watching, musical events and much more. To learn what activities are available in the park's three units, click the link below.

Jamaica Bay

Staten Island

Sandy Hook

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Aeiral view of the eastern portion of Jamaica Bay  

Did You Know?
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: December 29, 2007 at 13:46 EST