Passaic County Map, New Jersey
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Passaic County, New Jersey
Passaic County is up in North Jersey, not far from New York City. Paterson, the county seat, was once an industrial powerhouse. Now it’s reinventing itself, with the Great Falls as its centerpiece. These 77-foot falls powered the city’s mills back in the day. Now they’re a national historic park.
Head north and the landscape changes dramatically. You hit the Highlands, all forests and lakes. Ringwood State Park is a hiker’s paradise. Garret Mountain Reservation is a recreational area with grass fields and miles of hiking trails.
Passaic County is incredibly diverse. You’ll hear languages from all over the world on its streets. From urban grit to rural charm, this county runs the gamut. It’s where you can grab an authentic Peruvian meal in Paterson, then go kayaking in West Milford all in one day.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| County Name | Passaic County |
| County Seat | Paterson |
| Population | Approximately 530,000 |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Paterson, Clifton, Passaic, Wayne, West Milford, Hawthorne, Little Falls, Ringwood, Totowa |
| Interstates and Highways | Interstate 80, Interstate 287, U.S. Route 46, New Jersey Route 3, New Jersey Route 23 |
| FIPS Code | 34-031 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 197 square miles (185 sq mi land, 12 sq mi water) |
| Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Orange County, New York (Northwest), Rockland County, New York (North), Sussex County (West), Bergen County (East), Morris County (South), Essex County (Southeast) |
| Time Zone | Eastern Time Zone (ET) |
| State | New Jersey |
| Coordinates | 41.0330° N, 74.3040° W |
| Etymology | Named after the Passaic, meaning “valley” |
| Major Landmarks | Paterson Great Falls National Historical Park, Garret Mountain Reservation, Dey Mansion |
| Website | Passaic County Website |
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