"HIGHLANDS/SANDY HOOK--Million Dollar View!" Top 5 Page for this destination Highlands by VeronicaG

Highlands Travel Guide: 36 reviews and 57 photos

View From Highlands overlooking Sandy Hook Peninsu

Highlands, New Jersey

Twinlights Lighthouse sits in the community of Highlands, New Jersey--from its heights one has a spectacular view of Sandy Hook Peninsula, which is across the bay from New York City.

We always bring our out of town visitors to this site because the view is breathtaking. The panorama stretches many miles from the Jersey Shore to Manhattan--on clear days New York City is clearly visible. Boats zip along the water and beach goers head for Sandy Hook's beaches.

Twinlights Lighthouse

Twinlights Lighthouse, Highlands

Twinlights is a state historic site located in Highlands, New Jersey. The original lighthouse was built in 1828, but replaced in 1862 by the structure that currently sits atop the hill. A small museum is located at the base of the lighthouse--visitors are welcome to climb the many steps to the top. Stop by to see the original Fresnel Lens located in a building adjacent to the museum.

Hours of operation are daily from 10 am-5 pm Memorial Day to Labor Day. Grounds open from 9 am to sundown. There is no charge.

Pros and Cons

Pros:Wide ocean views; spectacular vista

Last visit to Highlands: Nov 2005
Intro Updated Sep 20, 2006
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Reviews (8)

Sandy Hook Lighthouse--The Oldest... Things to Do (2)

Sandy Hook Lighthouse (1764) has the distinction of being the oldest standing lighthouse in New Jersey. It is located at... more travel advice

Sandy Hook Beach in the Winter - Highlands

THE BEACHES Things to Do (2)

Sandy Hook is one of the beaches where I love to go shell hunting--especially after a storm. I've found a myriad... more travel advice

Restaurant with an ocean AND bay view! Restaurants (1)

WindanSea overlooks a beautiful bay AND an ocean--who could ask for a better location? My husband and I like to invite... more travel advice

SEAGULL'S NEST RESTAURANT/CHANGING ROOMS Off The Beaten Path (5)

This beach is located at The Seagull's Nest restaurant where there are extensive changing areas, restrooms, fountains,... more travel advice

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deecat Jan 15, 2007 at 1:37 PM

Another reason to visit New Jersey. Wonderful information and brilliant photographs that are quite alluring. Thanks for the grand tour.
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matcrazy1 Dec 10, 2006 at 7:03 AM

Very good tips including the restaurant one! Definetely a place to visit for every beach and history lover!
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scottishvisitor Mar 27, 2006 at 12:29 PM

I love the ocean & the beach - you have some great tips here!!
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kyoub Jan 28, 2006 at 3:02 PM

I love to go shelling, especially after a storm. Seagull's nest is a great name for a beach restaurant. Interesting page, Veronica