Basking Ridge, NJ

Located about 35 miles west of New York City, Basking Ridge is a picturesque community within Bernards Township in Somerset County. Basking Ridge residents enjoy access to a top-notch school system, broad range of housing, and a reasonable commute to Hoboken and New York City.

Basking Ridge offers residents the rich history and wide open spaces associated with a rural setting in addition to the business and cultural opportunities of an urban enclave. Several major companies have corporate headquarters in Basking Ridge, including Verizon Wireless. Farmstead Arts Center, an arts center in an 18th-century farmhouse, presents Basking Ridge residents with an array of exhibitions, classes, and workshops.

Lord Stirling Park, Great Swamp National Wildlife Refuge, and Morristown National Historical Park are all within close proximity to Basking Ridge, providing plenty of options for outdoor recreation. Local events, such as the annual Charter Day and Battle of the Bands, bring the community together in Basking Ridge. Commuting and traveling from Basking Ridge is easy with access to I-287, I-78, NJ Transit, and Newark Liberty International Airport.