River Vale, Township in Bergen County, United States
River Vale is a township in Bergen County in northern New Jersey, stretching across residential neighborhoods with three golf courses and several parks alongside the Hackensack River. The community provides local schools and connects to the regional high school system for older students.
The township formed in 1906 from portions of neighboring communities and was officially recognized as an independent municipality. This founding shaped its development as a distinct residential community in Bergen County.
The township maintains three elementary schools and sends students to Pascack Valley High School, fostering education within the Bergen County system.
The area is easy to explore by car and offers plenty of parking throughout the residential streets. Dining options and shops are spread across the community, so visitors can find basic services and food without traveling far.
On January 5, 1904, River Vale recorded the lowest temperature in New Jersey history at -34 degrees Fahrenheit (-37 degrees Celsius).
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