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Leonardo State Marina is a public boat launch facility located in Middletown Township on Sandy Hook Bay, offering year-round access to paddlers and boaters. The site features a public launch ramp (fees apply) that provides direct access to the Upper Sandy Hook Bay and excellent vistas of Lower Manhattan and the Gateway National Recreation Area. The marina itself is a 175-slip facility with additional dry storage options, though slip rentals operate on a waitlist basis during summer months.
This access point is ideal for kayakers and canoeists exploring the scenic Sandy Hook Bay and the broader Gateway National Recreation Area—a 27,000-acre park spanning from Sandy Hook in New Jersey to Breezy Point in New York. The calm bay waters make it suitable for paddlers of various skill levels. A nearby campground option (Camp Gateway – Sandy Hook) is available for those planning extended trips in the area. Note that parking and launch fees apply; advance reservations may be required, so check Recreation.gov or contact the facility directly before visiting.