Gateway Nra-Fishing Access Permit Pass

Name: Gateway Nra-Fishing Access Permit
Rating: 4.5

Fishing at Gateway National Recreational Area is a popular activity. The Fishing Access Pass provides after-hours and parking access for Fishing at designated locations in the Jamaica Bay Unit, Sandy Hook Unit, and Staten Island Unit of Gateway National Recreation Area.

This is a Gateway park-wide fishing access pass. You only need to purchase one pass to be used in any of the three units of the park. Purchase and pick up your pass from the primary location (Sandy Hook Unit, Staten Island Unit, Jamaica Bay Unit) where you plan to fish. For instance, if you purchase the Staten Island Fishing pass, you must pick-up the pass from the Ranger Station, Miller Field, Staten Island. Review the parking locations where the pass is required in the Need to Know section described below.

The Fishing Access Pass is sold Online only.

There will be ONLY one sale period. Online sale period is from March 2, 2026 through March 31, 2026 or sooner if passes sell out.

The Fishing Access Pass is valid from time of issue through 3/31/27.

Last day to pick up passes is Sunday April 12, 2026.

In order to receive your Fishing Access Pass/Vehicle Decal, bring a printed copy of your Recreation.gov purchase to the Pick-up locations, dates, and times listed in the Need to Know Section. Pick-up locations may have limited internet connection and we ask that you bring a printed copy or take a photo of the QR code with your phone.

The Fishing Access Pass/ Vehicle Decal must be affixed to the BUMPER on the vehicle associated with the Fishing Access Pass that was purchased.

The Fishing Access Pass does not guarantee parking availability. For your safety, please remember that parking outside of designated areas is prohibited and visitors who park illegally may be fined and towed.

You must be actively fishing while using the Fishing Access Pass. These passes are not valid for beach parking or for other recreational uses.

Fishing Access Pass/Vehicle Decals are non-transferrable, not replaceable for any reason, and are void if altered or reproduced. Replacements of Fishing Access Pass/Vehicle Decals are made on a case by case basis and require proof of original pass purchase and proof of vehicle sale or vehicle accident.

What is the Fishing Access Pass?

The Fishing Access Pass provides after-hours and parking access for Fishing at designated locations in the Jamaica Bay Unit, Sandy Hook Unit, and Staten Island Unit of Gateway National Recreation Area.
This is a Gateway park-wide fishing access pass. You only need to purchase one pass to be used in any of the three units of the park.
Fishing Access Passes are not beach parking passes and are not valid for beach lot parking during fee collection hours and/or when Lifeguards are on duty.
Fishing Access Passes and Vehicle Decals are non-transferrable, and are void if altered or reproduced.
The Fishing Access Pass purchase is non-refundable.
Replacements of Fishing Access Pass/Vehicle Decals are made on a case by case basis and require proof of original pass purchase and documentation of vehicle sale or vehicle accident.
The Fishing Access Pass does not guarantee parking availability. For your safety, please remember that parking outside of designated areas is prohibited and visitors who park illegally may be fined and towed.
You must be actively fishing at all times when using the Fishing Access Pass.

How do I purchase the Fishing Access Pass?

Select the primary location (Sandy Hook Unit, Staten Island Unit, Jamaica Bay Unit) where you plan to fish and review the times and parking locations where the pass is required. Purchase and pick up your pass from the primary location (Sandy Hook Unit, Staten Island Unit, Jamaica Bay Unit) where you plan to fish. For instance, if you purchase the Staten Island Fishing pass, you must pick-up the pass from the Ranger Station, Miller Field, Staten Island.
The Fishing Access Pass is sold Online only.
There will be ONLY one sale period. Online sale period is from March 2, 2026 through March 31, 2026, or sooner if passes sell out.
Purchase one pass per vehicle only.
The Fishing Access Pass purchase is non-refundable.
Replacements of Fishing Access Pass/ Vehicle Decals are made on a case by case basis and require proof of original pass purchase and proof of vehicle sale or vehicle accident.
The Fishing Access Pass does not guarantee parking availability. For your safety, please remember that parking outside of designated areas is prohibited and visitors who park illegally may be fined and towed.
You must be actively fishing at all times when using the Fishing Access Pass.

How long is the Fishing Access Pass valid?

The Fishing Access Pass is valid from time of issue through 3/31/27.

How do I receive the Fishing Access Pass/Vehicle Decal?

In order to receive a valid Fishing Access Pass/Vehicle Decal, you must bring confirmation of your Fishing Access Pass purchase to the locations listed below within the designated time periods. Either a digital or printed version of the pass may be presented to receive the Fishing Access Pass/Vehicle Decal. There may be limited internet access at the pick-up locations, so please bring a printed copy of the QR code or take a picture of the QR code on your phone.
A Fishing Access Pass/Vehicle Decal will be provided and must be affixed to the BUMPER of the vehicle associated with the Fishing Access Pass that was purchased.
The last day to pick up your 2026 Fishing Access Pass/Vehicle Decals will be April 12,2026.

Jamaica Bay Unit:

Ryan Visitor Center, Floyd Bennett Field: