What Makes Lake Hopatcong Special

Lake Hopatcong is New Jersey's largest freshwater lake, covering approximately 2,600 acres and stretching across Morris and Sussex counties. Known for its beautiful scenery, waterfront restaurants, boating, fishing, and lively summer atmosphere, the lake has been a favorite destination for generations.

Lake Hopatcong is shared by four municipalities: Hopatcong, Jefferson Township, Mount Arlington, and Roxbury Township (including Landing). Each area has its own personality, from quiet wooded coves and residential neighborhoods to busy marinas and popular gathering spots along the water.

A Little History

Lake Hopatcong became a popular summer getaway in the late 1800s and early 1900s, when visitors traveled from New York City and surrounding areas to escape the summer heat. The arrival of railroads helped turn the lake into a vacation destination filled with grand hotels, summer cottages, amusement parks, and excursion boats.

One of its most famous attractions was Bertrand Island Amusement Park, which entertained generations of visitors before closing in 1983.

Today, Lake Hopatcong has evolved into a year-round community while holding onto much of its vacation-town charm.

To learn more about Lake Hopatcong visit The Lake Hopatcong Foundation

Thinking about life on the lake? Kellene Addison and the locals at Addison Real Estate, just up the road in Mount Arlington, know these shores cove by cove. See lake homes