The New Jersey Highlands coastal area is one of the highest points on the eastern seaboard, topped by Mount Mitchell at 260 feet elevation. The coastline and New York's lower harbor is protected from the Atlantic Ocean by Sandy Hook, a peninsula and barrier Island. Sandy Hook, controlled by the Gateway National Recreation Area, is a great name for 13 miles of beach fun and seaside activities.
     The Navesink Light Station looks over a southern stretch of New York Bay. The castle-like structure, one of America's few twin tower beacons, sits perched upon the Highlands hillside, overlooking Sandy Hook Peninsula. New Jersey's State Park Service, along with the Twin Lights Historical Society and Rumson Garden Club have financed the refurbishment of the twin turrets, becoming one of the popular highlights along the New Jersey Coast. This view shows off an evening view of the north tower light that still brightens the Highland's coastline. Staten Island city lights sparkle in the distance across the harbor, the makings of a magical scene.