River NY NJ

Hackensack River

New York • 40.8035, -74.0619

Hydrography profile Updated Dec 27, 2025

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USGS and NOAA data is for informational purposes. Source notes

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

Water Quality

Data from EPA Water Quality Portal (USGS, EPA, state agencies).

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Access Sites on Hackensack River

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