Washington Twp, NJ

(Morris County)

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Incorporated in 1798, this rural township has many historic areas and preserved farms. It is the largest municipality in Morris County at 45 square miles. The Schooley's Mountain section was a famous resort in the 19th century because of its natural springs.

Schooley's Mountain, Long Valley, and Middle Valley comprise Washington Township's 44 square miles. A large portion of the Township is occupied by Schooley's Mountain. The pure mountain air and healing mineral springs were irresistible attractions. The Lenape Indians had long known about the waters, which drew healing powers from the iron deposits found in the nearby mountains. Today, Schooley's Mountain Park, part of the Morris County Park Commission, provides swimming, hiking, picnicking, ball fields, sledding and boating.

The Black River meanders through Hacklebarney State Park, shared with Chester Township, and delights hikers and picnickers with its scenic beauty, refreshing waterfalls and wading shallows. Extensive parklands and preserved farmlands maintain the rural ambience in this beautiful area.

Washington Township is the most westerly township in Morris County. It was one of the six townships into which the county was divided in 1798. Prior to that, Washington Township was part of Roxbury. The first settlers were German Protestants from Saxony, Germany, who came in search of freedom of worship. Part of Washington Township is often referred to as German Valley in reference to its early settlers. The Township was incorporated on February 12, 1798. The 2000 population was 17,952 and the projection for 2010 is 20,277.

There are neighborhoods, both new construction and resale, as well as charming historic structures in Washington Township. The Township's K - 8 school system is the sending district for West Morris Central High School, one of two high schools in the highly regarded West Morris Regional District.

SCHOOLS: Walter Kossman (K-2), Flocktown Road (3-4), and Old Farmers Road (K-4) elementary schools and Long Valley Middle School. High school students attend the West Morris Central High School, part of the West Morris Regional High School District, Four Bridges Road, (908) 879-6404.
Township high school students attend the W. Morris Regional High School District. Township representatives on its board of education are Theresa Townsend, president; Jeff Emery; Cindy Field; Andrea Saks and John Notte Jr.

WEST MORRIS CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL

SCHOOL DISTRICT OFFICES: Washington Township School District (K-8), 53 W. Mill Road, Long Valley 07853, (908) 876-4172.

Transportation
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Recreation Facilities
Parks: Califon Fields, Califon Road; Cataract Park, Route 24; Cobblestone Field, Cobblestone Road; Palmer Park, Bartley Road; Lough Molly, Califon Road; Rock Spring Park, Route 24; Scott Park, Route 513; Falcon Fields, Rock Road; Schooley's Mountain Park, East Springtown Road; Hackelbarney State Park, Hacklebarney Road.

County, state and federal parks, are within a few minutes drive where you can try your hand at everything from bocce to baseball. The Morris County Park Commission operates 24 sites, including three golf courses, two aboreta and the Mennen Sports Arena and offers a year-round program of activities throughout the county like adult education courses, programs for school children, planned trail walks, golf tournaments and outdoor concerts. Year-round activities for various age groups. Call (908) 876-5941 for more information.

Municipal Offices:
43 Schooley's Mountain Road, Long Valley 07853
(908) 876-3616

Library
37 E. Springtown Road,
Long Valley
(908) 876-3596

Official Town Website: http://www.washtwpmorris.org