Horseshoe crabs in water

Family Horseshoe Crab Walk at Sandy Hook

Gateway National Recreation Area

  • May 16, 2026 at 7:00 PM
  • Free

Register

Make your reservation on Eventbrite.

Learn about the natural history of horseshoe crabs and why they visit Sandy Hook’s shores during the full/new moon phases in May & June. Observe horseshoe crabs on the beach and learn how scientists monitor their population status. Wear shoes that can get wet. Make your reservation on Eventbrite.

Fees

This event is free to attend.

Location

Parking Lot C, Sandy Hook

Schedule

Date:

May 16, 2026

Time:

7:00 PM

Duration:

1 hour

Event Type

  • Walk
Tags: gateway national recreation area, sandy hook, horseshoe crabs