Hudson County · Weehawken Township · NJTGO Flagship Guide
Weehawken, New Jersey
Weehawken rises from the Hudson River waterfront to the top of the Palisades, pairing Port Imperial's ferries and modern waterfront district with Boulevard East's famous Manhattan views, historic residential streets and one of the most consequential sites in early American political history.
From the Hamilton-Burr duel and landmark Water Tower to the Lincoln Tunnel, Hudson River Waterfront Walkway, Weehawken Pool and extensive recreation system, the township has far more to explore than its compact size suggests. Use this page as the hub for NJTGO's complete Weehawken page set.
Port Imperial · Weehawken waterfront
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Business & ShoppingPort Imperial, Park Avenue, Lincoln Harbor and neighborhood businesses and services.
Food & DrinkWaterfront dining, cafés, restaurants and neighborhood food options.
Real EstateHistoric homes, apartments, waterfront condos, rentals and housing considerations.
Visiting & LodgingHamilton history, skyline viewpoints, waterfront attractions, transit and places to stay.
ClassifiedsCommunity marketplace categories, local notices and future NJTGO listings.
JobsLocal employment sectors, official resources and future employer postings.
Weehawken at a Glance
17,197residents counted in the 2020 U.S. Census
0.78 sq. mi.land area reported by the U.S. Census Bureau
21,935 / sq. mi.2020 population density
1859year Weehawken Township was formed
Growing population: the Census Bureau's July 1, 2025 estimate is 17,827 residents, about 3.6% above the 2020 estimates base. We use the official 2020 Census count above as the stable benchmark.
What Makes Weehawken Different?
Two Levels of TownThe Palisades create a dramatic split between the waterfront and the elevated residential neighborhoods above, producing very different streetscapes within a small township.
Manhattan ViewsBoulevard East and Hamilton Park provide some of the New Jersey waterfront's best-known panoramas of Midtown Manhattan and the Hudson River.
Regional Transit HubPort Imperial combines ferry and Hudson-Bergen Light Rail access, while buses and the Lincoln Tunnel connect the township directly to Midtown Manhattan.
American HistoryThe Hamilton-Burr duel, Revolutionary-era lookout history and the historic Hackensack Water Company complex give Weehawken unusually deep historical significance.
Neighborhoods & Districts
Port ImperialModern mixed-use waterfront district centered on ferry/light-rail transportation, residences, recreation and Hudson River access.
Lincoln HarborSouthern waterfront district with offices, residences, marina activity, ferry access, parks and connections toward Hoboken.
Boulevard EastElevated scenic corridor along the top of the Palisades, lined by historic homes, apartments, parks and iconic skyline viewpoints.
Park AvenueTraditional neighborhood commercial and civic corridor linking Weehawken with nearby Union City and North Hudson communities.
The Heights / HighwoodResidential streets around Town Hall, Hamilton Park, schools and hillside neighborhoods overlooking the Hudson.
Waterfront Recreation DistrictThe expanding public waterfront combines the Hudson River Walkway, athletic fields, pool complex, playgrounds, pier and memorial spaces.
Hudson River Waterfront & Port Imperial
The waterfront has become one of Weehawken's defining public and residential areas. Port Imperial serves as a major transportation center while the Hudson River Waterfront Walkway links parks, recreation and neighboring communities.
Transportation HubPort ImperialFerry, light rail, bus and parking connections converge at the waterfront, making this one of Hudson County's major commuter gateways.
Public RecreationWaterfront Park & Recreation Center1 Port Imperial Boulevard · soccer, softball, track, tennis, exercise area, playgrounds and Hudson River Walkway access. Current Township hours are 7 a.m.-10 p.m. daily.
Seasonal RecreationWeehawken Pool2 Port Imperial Boulevard · modern municipal pool complex operating seasonally with 2026 membership programs administered through Township Recreation.
MemorialWeehawken 9/11 MemorialCity View Drive at East Columbia Terrace · two World Trade Center trident beams, benches, fountain, infinity pool and Hudson River Walkway setting.
Waterfront ParkLincoln Harbor ParkPublic riverfront open space at Port Imperial Boulevard and Harbor Boulevard with walkway connections and Manhattan views.
Hudson RiverWeehawken PierPort Imperial Boulevard at Harbor Boulevard · public waterfront point extending into the Hudson River.
Waterfront connection: Weehawken forms part of the Hudson River Waterfront Walkway system, allowing visitors to continue south toward Hoboken and Jersey City or north toward neighboring waterfront communities.
Ferry, Light Rail, Bus & the Lincoln Tunnel
NY Waterway — MidtownPort Imperial currently has frequent ferry service to Midtown / West 39th Street on weekdays and weekends.
NY Waterway — DowntownWeekday commuter ferry routes connect Port Imperial with Brookfield Place/Battery Park and Pier 11/Wall Street.
Lincoln Harbor FerryLincoln Harbor provides a second Weehawken ferry location with current service to Midtown Manhattan.
Hudson-Bergen Light RailPort Imperial Station connects Weehawken with Hoboken, Jersey City, North Bergen and Bayonne. NJ Transit lists the station as accessible.
Bus ServiceNJ Transit and other regional bus connections use Boulevard East, Park Avenue and the Lincoln Tunnel corridor for local and Manhattan trips.
Lincoln TunnelThe first Lincoln Tunnel tube opened in 1937, creating one of Weehawken's most important regional transportation connections to Midtown Manhattan.
Schedules change: ferry, bus and light-rail service can vary by day, construction and service conditions. Check the official transit provider before traveling.
Parks, Recreation & Community Life
The legacy NJTGO page already recognized Weehawken's unusually strong park system, but the current Township directory is broader and now includes the pool, reservoir park, pier and additional waterfront spaces.
Scenic & HistoricHamilton Park773 Boulevard East · landscaped overlook with panoramic Manhattan views and monuments tied to the Hamilton-Burr duel and local military history.
WalkingWeehawken Reservoir Park2100-2198 Palisade Avenue · neighborhood walking path and benches around the former reservoir property.
Neighborhood RecreationLouisa ParkAccessible from Boulevard East or Louisa Place · playground and basketball courts with skyline views.
Youth SportsRichard Arricale Field4100 Park Avenue behind the Lidl shopping center · baseball/softball field and batting cage.
AthleticsWeehawken Stadium400 Park Avenue · full-size turf football and baseball/softball field near Town Hall.
Quiet SpaceWebster Reading GardenPalisades Avenue at Maple Street · benches, gazebo, chess table and landscaped reading space.
DogsWeehawken Dog RunBoulevard East at Pershing Road · designated dog park with elevated river and skyline views.
Historic LandmarkWater Tower ParkPark Avenue at 41st Street · small public park at the base of Weehawken's landmark historic Water Tower.
Resident/permit rules: some recreation facilities, organized activities, courts and the pool require resident eligibility, permits or membership. Check current Recreation rules before planning organized use.
Weehawken History: Revolution, Duels, Water & Transportation
Revolutionary EraPalisades LookoutThe heights above the Hudson provided strategic views of British-controlled New York and the surrounding waterways during the American Revolution.
1798-1845Weehawken Dueling GroundsThe secluded ledge below the Palisades became a well-known dueling site used for numerous documented encounters.
July 11, 1804Hamilton-Burr DuelAlexander Hamilton was mortally wounded by Vice President Aaron Burr at the Weehawken dueling grounds in one of the most famous episodes in American political history.
March 15, 1859Township FormedWeehawken was formed from portions of Hoboken and North Bergen, later undergoing additional boundary changes with neighboring municipalities.
1883Hackensack Water Company ComplexThe Weehawken water works and landmark tower began operation, supplying water to Hoboken and surrounding communities.
1937Lincoln Tunnel OpensThe first Lincoln Tunnel tube opened between Weehawken and Midtown Manhattan; additional tubes followed in 1945 and 1957.
Duel-site context: the original ledge used for the duel no longer survives in its historic form. Hamilton Park and nearby monuments interpret Weehawken's connection to the 1804 event; New Jersey's historical marker records that Hamilton was mortally wounded at the dueling ground below.
The Water Tower & Historic Preservation
National RegisterHackensack Water Company ComplexThe Weehawken complex—including its reservoir, gatehouse and approximately 175-foot Water Tower—is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
ArchitecturePalazzo Vecchio InspirationArchitect Frederick C. Withers designed the tower with inspiration from Florence's Palazzo Vecchio, creating one of North Hudson's most recognizable landmarks.
Preservation Funding2024 & 2025 GrantsThe New Jersey Historic Trust reports preservation grants of $56,250 in 2024 and $383,750 in 2025 to Weehawken for the Hackensack Water Company Complex.
Weehawken Township Schools
Daniel Webster School2700 Palisade Avenue · current school staffing and programs cover preschool through grade 2.
Theodore Roosevelt School1 Louisa Place · current school classes and programs serve grades 3 through 6.
Weehawken High School53 Liberty Place · serves grades 7 through 12 and is the district's secondary-school campus.
Board of EducationDistrict administration and Board of Education functions are centered at Weehawken High School, with current calendars and registration maintained by the district.
2026-27: the district has already published its 2026-27 school-year calendar, and the High School's current August orientation schedule confirms grade 7 through 12 use of that campus.
Township Government & Public Safety
| Town Hall | 400 Park Avenue · Weehawken, NJ 07086 · 201-319-6005 |
|---|---|
| Mayor / Councilman At Large | Richard F. Turner |
| Deputy Mayor / First Ward | Carmela Silvestri-Ehret |
| Councilman At Large | Robert J. Sosa |
| Second Ward | Rosemary J. Lavagnino |
| Third Ward | David J. Curtis |
| Township Clerk | Rola Fares · Clerk's Office: 201-319-6022 |
| Police | Emergency: 911 · Non-emergency: 201-863-7800 |
Current 2026 government: the Township Clerk's official page lists Mayor Turner and the council members above. Weehawken held its nonpartisan municipal election on May 12, 2026 for the five council seats.
Living, Working & Visiting
Waterfront LivingPort Imperial and Lincoln Harbor contain newer apartment and condominium development with strong transit access and Hudson River views.
Historic Residential StreetsThe upper township contains older homes, multifamily buildings and apartments, many near Boulevard East, parks and neighborhood schools.
Commuter LocationFerry, light rail, buses and the Lincoln Tunnel make Manhattan and the wider Hudson County employment market unusually accessible.
Visitor AppealHamilton Park, waterfront recreation, the 9/11 Memorial, the Water Tower and skyline viewpoints make Weehawken worth visiting even without an overnight stay.
Local CommercePark Avenue, Port Imperial, Lincoln Harbor and neighboring commercial corridors provide restaurants, services and everyday shopping.
Regional ConnectionsHoboken, Union City, West New York and North Bergen are all immediately adjacent, while Manhattan sits directly across the Hudson.
Official & Public Weehawken Resources
Weehawken TownshipOfficial government, departments, notices, meetings, forms and community information.
Weehawken RecreationCurrent recreation programs, seasonal activities, park information and pool access.
Weehawken ParksOfficial parks, fields, waterfront facilities, dog runs, pier and recreation locations.
Weehawken PoolCurrent seasonal pool information, registration and rules.
Board of EducationTownship school-system information and school links.
Weehawken High SchoolCurrent high-school calendar, programs, news and district information.
Port Imperial Light RailCurrent NJ Transit station, accessibility and service information.
Port Imperial FerryCurrent NY Waterway Midtown ferry schedules and fares.
U.S. Census QuickFactsPopulation, housing, income and demographic information for Weehawken.
NJ Historic Trust — Water Company ComplexHistoric significance and current preservation-grant information for the Weehawken Water Tower complex.
NJTGO Weehawken Listing Policy
Basic/free private listing: eligible Weehawken businesses, restaurants, lodging properties and services may be shown on the appropriate supporting page with name, category, address, phone number and a concise factual description. A free listing does not include an outside private-business website link.
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