Things To Do At The National Parks of New York Harbor

The Statue of Liberty museum on Liberty Island

With eleven different national parks which make up the National Parks of New York Harbor you are sure to find something that interests you. Visitors to our parks can do a wide variety of things, such as participate in a ranger led tour of Ellis Island National Museum of Immigration, or even enjoy a night out under the stars camping at Gateway National Recreation Area. Whether you want to explore historic sites or enjoy outdoor recreational activities, the National Parks of New York Harbor has something to offer everyone. To learn more about individual park activities please be sure to check the specific park webpage to learn more about what those sites are currently offering.  

Details

Activity

Guided Tours

Pets Allowed

No

Pets are allowed at Gateway National Recreation Area in these locations:

• Bay-side beaches at Plum Island and Horseshoe Cove (Sandy Hook) throughout the year.
• Multi-use paths, side walks, and paved roads, unless in an area where pets are not allowed. (Sandy Hook)

Pets must always be on six foot leash. You must also clean up after your pet when visiting the park. 

 

Pets are NOT allowed at these locations:

• African Burial Ground National Monument
• Castle Clinton National Monument 
• Ellis Island National Museum of Immigration
• Federal Hall National Memorial 
• General Grant National Memorial 
• Governors Island National Monument 
• Hamilton Grange National Memorial 
• Statue of Liberty National Monument 
• Stonewall National Monument 
• St. Paul's Church National Historic Site 
• Theodore Roosevelt Birthplace National Historic Site

 

Exceptions: Service animals (guide dogs, signal dogs or other animals trained to perform tasks for persons with disabilities) are excepted. Dogs used by law enforcement officers in the performance of official duties are also excepted. Emotional support animals, comfort animals and therapy dogs are not considered service animals under Title II and Title III of the ADA.

Activity Fee

No

While none of the eleven sites of the National Parks of New York Harbor charge entrance fees, certain amenities such as parking or camping may require a fee. To learn more about site specific fees please be sure to check out the webpage for the specific park you are interested in visiting. 

Reservations

No

Accessibility Information

Service animals (guide dogs, signal dogs or other animals trained to perform tasks for persons with disabilities) are accepted at all park sites. Dogs used by law enforcement officers in the performance of official duties are also accepted. Emotional support animals, comfort animals and therapy dogs are not considered service animals under Title II and Title III of the ADA..

Each park site have varying degrees of accessibility. Please be sure to check the specific park webpage to learn more about that site's accessibility capabilities.