Edgewater: Waterfront Walkway, History and Ferry

The Hudson River Waterfront Walkway offers opportunities for exercise and sightseeing; Borough Hall and the library give the area a historic connection. On weekdays during commuter hours, the ferry connects Edgewater Ferry Landing with Midtown/W. 39th St. Consider which of these themes will shape your day’s plans before comparing accommodations.

The Hudson River Waterfront Walkway

Visitors use the Hudson River Waterfront Walkway for walking, running, cycling, sightseeing, and fishing. A section in Edgewater was completed at the Moorings condominiums in 2012. Walking, cycling, and fishing sit alongside sightseeing, making the walkway appealing to visitors with different interests for the day. For your planning, the local connection is also specific: the completed section is by the Moorings condominiums in Edgewater.

Borough Hall and the Carnegie Library

Edgewater Borough Hall was built in 1904 and added to the National Register of Historic Places in 2008. The building is also listed in the New Jersey Register of Historic Places. The construction date and the register listing answer different historical questions: 1904 marks its construction, while 2008 marks its addition to the national register. The Edgewater Public Library, also called the Edgewater Free Library, was added to the National Register in 2009. The library was dedicated on February 8, 1916. It is the last surviving of 15 Carnegie libraries in New Jersey built with funding from the Carnegie Foundation. Together, the two places offer different historical perspectives: Borough Hall’s construction history and the library’s Carnegie tradition.

Recreation spots and who they’re for

The recreation spots also differ in purpose. Veterans Field was completed in 2017 and is a recreational facility for children and Edgewater residents. Activities available there include playing, splashing, walking, running, and relaxing; the facility is expressly intended for these groups. At the Edgewater Community Center, the Edgewater Recreation Department plans and supervises recreation and leisure activities year-round for all age groups. Schedules may vary. If a particular date matters for your trip, check in advance. The two places offer different points of reference: the field identifies its intended groups, while the Community Center focuses on planned activities for all age groups.

Ferry service and dock space

The Edgewater Ferry Landing is served Monday through Friday during commuter hours by a route to Midtown/W. 39th St.; Port Imperial is a stop along the way. The service is therefore limited to weekdays and commuter hours. Check the current schedule if you plan to take the ferry, as schedules may change. Edgewater Marina & Ferry Landing also offers dock space for rent for temporary stays. If you’re traveling by boat, confirm availability before using it. Ferry service and dock rental suit different travel plans: one is a weekday route, while the other offers a temporary place to dock.

Discover more destinations: East Rutherford, South Hackensack Township, Woodcliff Lake, Rutherford, Fort Lee, Carlstadt, Saddle River, Ridgefield

Back to the regional travel overview: Bergen.