Camp Gateway - Staten Island

Brooklyn, New York

About

This campground boasts a spectacular view of the Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge, the longest vehicle suspension span in the United States. When it opened in 1964, it was the longest span in the world for 17 years. It connects Fort Hamilton in Brooklyn and Fort Wadsworth in Staten Island. Not far from the campground is an overlook area which features a vantage point to view the Statue of Liberty NM, the Manhattan Skyline and various forts and batteries in the New York Harbor region. Fortification tours are available on site. Connecting to the bike path, near the campground, is a NYC Parks and Recreation boardwalk where bike rentals and food concessions are available offsite. The campground accommodates tent camping only, with seasonal bathrooms available. To go to Manhattan, take the NYC Public Transportation bus to the St. George Ferry terminal, Staten Island (approx. 25 minute ride from Fort Wadsworth). Board the ferry to New York City, in Lower Manhattan (25 miles from the campground).

Amenities

Available Site Types

• Tent Only Nonelectric

Local Attractions

• Statue of Liberty NM
• Manhattan Skyline
• Fort Hamilton
• Fort Wadsworth
• New York Harbor region
• Gateway National Recreation Area