Little Falls, Administrative township in Passaic County, New Jersey.
Little Falls is a township in Passaic County, New Jersey, spread across multiple geographic areas including the main Little Falls area, Singac near the Passaic River, and the Great Notch district. The terrain features the Passaic River and waterfall formation that shaped early settlement patterns.
The township was established in 1868 from parts of Acquackanonk Township as settlement expanded in the region. European occupation began much earlier, around 1711, when Dutch farmers from Bergen established themselves in the area.
The Morris Canal route through the township now serves as a public greenway that connects visitors to the area's industrial past in transportation and trade. This pathway shows how the community values its heritage through accessible outdoor space.
The township has public schools serving younger students, while older students attend regional high schools in the area. Visitors can access public greenways like the Morris Canal path on foot, with clear routes to follow through different districts.
The township's name comes from a waterfall on the Passaic River that once stood near the historical Beattie Mill site. This natural feature was the reason early settlers chose the location for water-powered mills and industry.
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