The Great Waters of New Jersey include the one-of-a-kind rivers, lakes and streams that weave across the Highlands region of Northwest New Jersey. They form seven watersheds over four counties, 50 towns, townships, and boroughs. Each of these watersheds is unique, but bound together by geography, geology, and history:

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• The Delaware River

• Flat Brook

• Lopatacong Creek

• Musconetcong River

• Paulins Kill

• Pequest River

• Pohatcong Creek

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Sourced from the Highlands' mountain springs and headwater streams, and fed by cool groundwater from deep beneath the bedrock, our Great Waters are vital. They provide outstanding trout fishing and recreation opportunities and economic well-being to Northwest communities. They are also an important part of the public water supply for millions of people and save New Jersey residents millions of dollars every year in treatment costs.