Jamaica Bay UnitPermits and ReservationsJamaica Bay issues permits for activities listed below. Additional permits from other agencies may be required for some actions. Permits are required for group campgrounds, community garden plots, archery, fishing area parking and picnicking. Call (718) 758-3675 for further information. There is currently a three week processing time for photography and special use permits. Fishing permits and archery permits can be purchased online through www.recreation.gov through April 30, 2022. Please note that we do not issue photography, filming, or large scale special use permits at Floyd Bennett Field, Jacob Riis Park, or Fort Tilden between Memorial Day and Labor Day. Archery permits Archery permits are for use at the Floyd Bennett Field Archery Range. 2023 permits will go on sale online only through recreation.gov at 10 am on March 1. Find out more on Gateway's 2023 permits page. You can also contact the Jamaica Bay Unit, Permit Office (718) 758 3675. Fishing Access Permits and Off Road Vehicle Permits Find out more about 2024 fishing/parking permits and off road permits here. Sports League Permits (Fort Tilden and Frank Charles Park) Information about Spring Season sports leagues permits for low and medium impact sports will be available soon. Permits are only available through phone call, e-mail, or appointment. |
Last updated: February 14, 2025