Gunnison Beach
Nude beach in New Jersey, United States
Gunnison Beach is a beach where nudity is tolerated in New Jersey, United States. It lies within Gateway National Recreation Area, managed by National Park Service. The sea is warmest in August at about 23°C (74°F) and coolest in February (5°C (40°F)). Average air temperatures peak in July at 24°C (75°F), and the best time to visit is July to August. There are 2 other naturist places within 50 km (31 mi), the closest being Fort Tilden Beach (14 km (8.8 mi)).
Weather and water temperature at Gunnison Beach
Tap a month. Averages: air 2001–2025 (NASA POWER), sea 1991–2020 (NOAA OISST).
| Month | Air | Sea | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 1°C | 6°C | 99 mm |
| February | 1°C | 5°C | 94 mm |
| March | 4°C | 5°C | 113 mm |
| April | 9°C | 8°C | 107 mm |
| May | 14°C | 13°C | 101 mm |
| June | 20°C | 18°C | 115 mm |
| July (best) | 24°C | 22°C | 114 mm |
| August (best) | 24°C | 23°C | 114 mm |
| September | 21°C | 22°C | 97 mm |
| October | 15°C | 18°C | 124 mm |
| November | 9°C | 13°C | 101 mm |
| December | 5°C | 9°C | 133 mm |
Not sure what the numbers mean? Here is how warm is warm enough to swim.
Visiting
- Part of Gateway National Recreation Area, managed by National Park Service · public access: open.
- Park information: National Park Service
- Campground nearby: CAMP GATEWAY - SANDY HOOK (1 km (0.6 mi))
- Coordinates: 40.45874, -73.99137 · OpenStreetMap
- Local law: is public nudity legal in New Jersey?
- Before you go, read our nude beach etiquette guide.
- First time? Read our guide to your first time at a nude beach.
Naturist places near Gunnison Beach
- 1Fort Tilden Beach nude beach · New York · best July to AugustCustomarySea 23°C in August
- 2Jacob Riis Park Beach 1 nude beach · New York · best July to AugustCustomarySea 23°C in August
- 3Sky Farm nudist resort · New JerseyClothing optional
- 4Lighthouse Beach nude beach · New York · best July to AugustProhibitedSea 23°C in August
- 5Rock Lodge Club nudist resort · New JerseyClothing optional
- 6Camp Out Poconos naturist campground · PennsylvaniaClothing optional
- 7Stony Kill Falls nude beach · New YorkListed
- 8Sunny Rest Resort nudist resort · Pennsylvania · best January to FebruaryClothing optional
Status labels: Official · Naturist only · Clothing optional · Tolerated · Customary · Listed · Prohibited · Closed. Statuses come from open data and are not yet verified in person.
Frequently asked questions
Is Gunnison Beach clothing optional?
Gunnison Beach is listed as "nudity tolerated" according to National Park Service: Sandy Hook Beach G (Gunnison Beach). Rules can change, and clothing-optional zones are often only part of a beach, so look for signs on arrival and follow local rules. You can check what applies in United States before you go.
When is the best time to visit Gunnison Beach?
Based on 2001–2025 climate averages (NASA POWER), the most comfortable months are July to August. July averages 24°C (75°F) and January 1°C (34°F).
How warm is the water at Gunnison Beach?
Long-term sea surface temperatures (NOAA OISST, 1991–2020) range from 5°C (40°F) to 23°C (74°F) in August. Water at the shore can be a few degrees different.
What are the opening hours at Gunnison Beach?
Gateway National Recreation Area lists day-use hours of 6:00AM - 9:00PM. Check the National Park Service page for closures before you go.
What other naturist places are near Gunnison Beach?
The closest are Fort Tilden Beach (14 km (8.8 mi)), Jacob Riis Park Beach 1 (16 km (10 mi)) and Sky Farm (55 km (34 mi)).
Sources
Status checked on 2026-10-31 against National Park Service: Sandy Hook Beach G (Gunnison Beach) (official source); see how we verify. Data updated 2026-10-31. Wikipedia · Wikidata Q5619268 · All data sources and licenses. © OpenStreetMap contributors.