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Gateway National Recreation Area Students become scientists in the Operation Explore Program at Great Kills Park, Staten Island.
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Gateway National Recreation Area
Things To Know Before You Come
 
Stay fit in America's Great Outdoors. Go biking at Jacob Riis Park, Queens.
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Stay fit in America's Great Outdoors! Go biking at Jacob Riis Park, Queens or at one of our Multi-Use Paths throughout Gateway.
 

Welcome to Gateway National Recreation Area! There are a variety of cultural and recreational opportunities available at the park, such as history tours, living history demonstrations, hiking, birding, kayaking, camping, swimming, and biking. With any of these activities, planning is critical. Explore these pages to discover the essential things you need to know before you leave home.

If you have a question about the park or its resources or planning a visit, we hope our website will provide you with the necessary information.

We thank you for your interest and look forward to seeing you at the park.

Win this pin for your very own.
Gateway Virtual Cache Program
Follow the clues and win one of these pins.
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Break the grip of the rip!
Break the grip of the rip (current)
Learn how to save your life when strong currents pull you out to sea.
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All three units of Gateway are great for riding your bicycle.
Bike Gateway
Visit natural habitats, recreational beaches and historic sites while getting healthy exercise.
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Fort Hancock Foghorn newspaper announces Judy Garland's performance in 1943

Did You Know?
Did you know that many celebrities visited Fort Hancock in World War II. Judy Garland performed for the soldiers at Fort Hancock in 1943.

Last Updated: August 19, 2011 at 14:09 MST