River NJ NY

Hackensack River

New Jersey • 40.8035, -74.0619

Length

47 mi

76 km

Elevation

103′ → 1′

102 ft drop

Stream Order

Medium River

Slope

0.04%

2.1 ft/mi

Drainage

196 mi²

507 km²

Avg Flow

176 cfs

1.1 mph velocity

Path to Mouth

79 mi

127 km to ocean

Classification

Headwater

Source Stream

Elevation Profile

Data from USGS & NOAA for informational purposes only. More

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Water Level Gauges on Hackensack River

There are 2 USGS water level monitoring stations on Hackensack River providing real-time flow and stage data.

There are 2 boat ramps, launches, and public access points on Hackensack River.