Welcome to Mahwah
Bergen County's largest township — where the Ramapo Mountains meet suburban convenience
Population
26,363
Area
25.91 sq mi
School District
Mahwah Township Public Schools
Government
Township (Council-Manager)
Incorporated
1849
Elevation
340 ft
ZIP Code(s)
07430, 07495
About Mahwah
Mahwah is the largest municipality in Bergen County by area, occupying the northwest corner where New Jersey meets New York State. The township is defined by its dramatic natural landscape, with the Ramapo Mountains and Ramapo River providing stunning scenery and abundant outdoor recreation. Home to Ramapo College of New Jersey and the former Ford Motor Company headquarters, Mahwah offers a unique blend of mountain living, suburban neighborhoods, and corporate campuses, all connected by excellent highway access via Route 17 and Interstate 287.
Highlights
- ●Bergen County's largest township with dramatic Ramapo Mountain scenery
- ●Home to Ramapo College of New Jersey
- ●Campgaw Mountain Reservation for skiing, hiking, and camping
- ●Excellent highway access via Route 17, I-287, and I-87 (NY Thruway)
- ●Mix of mountain, suburban, and corporate campus environments
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