Denville Township, Township in Morris County, New Jersey
Denville Township is a municipality in Morris County, New Jersey. The area is crossed by the Rockaway River and contains several residential communities along with numerous lakes and bodies of water.
The area had mills and forges along the Rockaway River starting around 1730 that built small industrial settlements. The township itself was established in 1913 when separated from Rockaway Township.
Multiple forges and mills along the Rockaway River and Denbrook shaped early industrial settlements in Denville between 1730 and 1760.
Visitors can explore the various lakes and parks spread throughout the area. There are several residential centers and living areas that are easily accessible and offer amenities like shops and basic services.
Denville encompasses eleven named water bodies within its boundaries, including Cedar Lake, Indian Lake, Rock Ridge, and Lake Arrowhead communities.
Location: Morris County
Shares border with: Rockaway Township, Boonton Township, Mountain Lakes, Parsippany-Troy Hills, Morris Township, Randolph, Rockaway
Website: http://denvillenj.org
GPS coordinates: 40.88850,-74.48840
Latest update: December 20, 2025 14:35
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