Cliffside Park

Cliffside Park is a residential community in Bergen County that sits on top of the Hudson Palisades in a raised location and extends across several neighborhoods. The area features a mix of homes and modern apartment buildings that adapt to the hilly terrain.

The area became an independent municipality in 1895 during a time of rapid subdivision in Bergen County. Its transformation from an entertainment destination to a residential zone shaped its evolution through the 20th century.

The community reflects the presence of many ethnic groups, visible in the diverse food spots and shops along Anderson Avenue. This mix shapes how residents shop and eat together in their neighborhood.

Bus connections allow residents to reach Manhattan and regional centers quickly. The best way to explore the area is on foot through the residential neighborhoods and along the avenues where shops and restaurants are located.

The area once hosted a major amusement park that drew visitors from the late 1800s until 1971. Today only names and local memories remain of this vanished attraction.

Location: Bergen County

Elevation above the sea: 86 m

Shares border with: Edgewater, Fort Lee, North Bergen, Fairview, Ridgefield

Website: http://cliffsideparknj.gov

GPS coordinates: 40.82167,-73.98778

Latest update: December 12, 2025 23:58