Management
Concerned citizens discuss the future of Gateway at one of several GMP open houses in November 2010. NPS PHOTO by John Harlan Warren Gateway's General Management Plan In 1979, Gateway published its first and only General Management Plan (GMP). The park is in the last phase of developing a new GMP, which sets the park's basic priorities: to serve the public and preserve the park's natural, historic and recreational resources. Public opinion is a vital component of developing a new GMP. There will be a final period for public comment in 2013. In the meantime, you are welcome to read the four alternatives that were discussed in the last round of public discussion in the summer of 2012. 
Ortega Enterprises. Used by permission. Looking for a beach club or other business at Gateway? A list of websites and phone numbers of concessions operating at Gateway, including the Silver Gull and Breezy Point beach clubs, can be found here. |
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Breezy Point parking FAQs
Find out why Gateway no longer allows parking on natural areas near Breezy Point Cooperative as well as some possible solutions which the park has discussed with BPC members. Read More
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Fort Hancock 21st Century Advisory Committee
The Fort Hancock Historic District, located at the northern tip of Sandy Hook Unit, includes dozens of historic Army structures. Can and should they be preserved? If so, how? This committee, formed under the FACA Act of 1972, is looking for solutions. Read More
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First Amendment areas at Gateway
Certain areas have been defined as "First Amendment areas" at each of Gateway's three units. Read More
Did You Know?
At approximately 32 square miles and over 13000 acres, Jamaica Bay is the largest natural open space in New York City.