Drakestown
in Morris County of New Jersey, United States

Noteable things around
Location Summary
Decimal Coordinates (Latitude, Longitude):
40.844 and -74.782 (Lat./Lng.)
Coordinates by Time:
N 40° 50' 37" and W -74° 46' 56"
Currency and Currency Code:
Dollar - USD
Spoken languages:
English, Spanish, French
Local electricity:
230 V - 50 Hz (plugs: G)
Mobile phone / cellular frequencies (MHz):
900 MHz, 1800 MHz, 3G, 4G
Local Time: 09:06 AM (Thursday)
Timezone: America/New_York
UTC/GMT offset: -10 hours
Sunrise and Sunset:
6:54 am and 4:35 pm
Antipode Coordinates:
-34.226 and 115.057 (Lat./Lng.)
Closest place to antipode coordinates:
Hamelin Bay
References
This place on Geonames.org
Current travel safety evaluation for United States in Northern America

Safety Score: 2,7 of 5.0 based on data from 9 authorites. Meaning we advice caution when travelling to United States.

Travel warnings are updated daily. Source: Travel Warning United States. Last Update: 2024-08-13 08:21:03

Delve into Drakestown

Drakestown in Morris County (New Jersey) is a city located in United States about 180 mi (or 290 km) north-east of Washington DC, the country's capital town.

Current time in Drakestown is now 09:06 AM (Thursday). The local timezone is named America / New York with an UTC offset of -5 hours. We know of 9 airports closer to Drakestown, of which 4 are larger airports. The closest airport in United States is Morristown Municipal Airport in a distance of 19 mi (or 31 km), East. Besides the airports, there are other travel options available (check left side).

There are two Unesco world heritage sites nearby. The closest heritage site in United States is Statue of Liberty in a distance of 45 mi (or 72 km), East. Also, if you like playing golf, there are some options within driving distance. In need of a room? We compiled a list of available hotels close to the map centre further down the page.

Since you are here already, you might want to pay a visit to some of the following locations: Newton, Belvidere, Morristown, Somerville and Flemington. To further explore this place, just scroll down and browse the available info.

Local weather forecast

Todays Local Weather Conditions & Forecast: 7°C / 44 °F

Morning Temperature 9°C / 47 °F
Evening Temperature 2°C / 35 °F
Night Temperature 1°C / 34 °F
Chance of rainfall 40%
Air Humidity 94%
Air Pressure 997 hPa
Wind Speed Moderate breeze with 10 km/h (6 mph) from East
Cloud Conditions Overcast clouds, covering 100% of sky
General Conditions Rain and snow

Thursday, 21st of November 2024

0°C (33 °F)
1°C (33 °F)
Snow, moderate breeze, overcast clouds.

Friday, 22nd of November 2024

2°C (36 °F)
4°C (39 °F)
Broken clouds, moderate breeze.

Saturday, 23rd of November 2024

5°C (41 °F)
1°C (34 °F)
Scattered clouds, gentle breeze.

Hotels and Places to Stay

Holiday Inn BUDD LAKE - ROCKAWAY AREA

Address
5,3 mi
1000 International Drive North
07828 BUDD LAKE
United States

Time Information

Checkout: 11:00 - Checkin: 15:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


Residence Inn Mt. Olive at International Trade Center

Address
5,5 mi
271 Continental Drive
07874 Stanhope
United States

Time Information

Checkout: 12:00 - Checkin: 15:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


Quality Inn Hackettstown

Address
3,2 mi
1925 State Route 57
07840 Hackettstown
United States

Time Information

Checkout: 11:00 - Checkin: 15:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


DAYS INN BUDD LAKE

Address
3,7 mi
138 U.S. HIGHWAY 46 WEST
07828 Budd Lake
United States

Time Information

Checkout: 11:00 - Checkin: 15:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


SUPER 8-BUDD LAKE

Address
4,0 mi
102 US 46
07828 Budd Lake
United States

Time Information

Checkout: 11:00 - Checkin: 15:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


Extended Stay America Mt Olive Budd Lake

Address
4,5 mi
71 INTERNATIONAL DRIVE SOUTH
07828 Budd Lake
United States

Time Information

Checkout: 11:00 - Checkin: 15:00
Reception
Weekday: 0:00 - 24:00
Weekend: 0:00 - 24:00


Whistling Swan Inn

Address
5,7 mi
110 MAIN STREET
07874 Stanhope
United States

Time Information

Checkout: - Checkin: 14:00
Reception
Weekday: -
Weekend: closed


Videos from this area

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6 Oak Pl Budd Lake NJ

Published: May 11, 2010
Length: 23:59 min
Rating: 0 of 5
Author: 4ruivos

http://www.exite-listings.com/49687 Excellent starter home, just pack your bags and move in Features 2 bedrooms, big kitchen and a huge lot, on a desirable neighborhood NOT A SHORT SALE...


Mama's & Cafe Baci Hackettstown NJ

Published: June 22, 2009
Length: 59:17 min
Rating: 4 of 5
Author: mamascafebaci

Mama's Restaurant and Café Baci is located in Hackettstown, New Jersey. Our extensive menu has something for everyone, including whole wheat and gluten-free menus. We specialize in on and...


Billy Yank: The Making Of A Statue - Hackettstown New Jersey

Published: November 09, 2009
Length: 33:00 min
Rating: 4 of 5
Author: HTVmedia1

Hackettstown NJ : See the history and re-dedication of Hackettstown's Billy Yank statue. By HTV Media Productions, Hackettstown, Clarks Summit www.htvproductions.tv.


RLPB 2014 St Patrick's Day Parade Hackettstown, NJ

Published: March 18, 2014
Length: 16:13 min
Rating: 0 of 5
Author: Robert Dunn

The Rampant Lion Pipe Band of Basking Ridge, NJ at the Saint Patrick's Day parade on March 16, 2014 in Hackettstown, NJ.


Hackettstown Is Open For Business - Post 9-11 by HTV Video

Published: April 17, 2009
Length: 32:44 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: RON56NJ

A response to the 9-11 tragedy by Hackettstown's HTV Video Productions - 2001.


Hackettstown, NJ St. Patrick's Day Parade 3/13/2011 Part 2

Published: March 14, 2011
Length: 32:04 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: hostak1026


Stryker Airsoft 12-23-12 (GoPro HD Hero3 PoV)

Published: January 01, 2013
Length: 28:07 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: thatguyx

Stryker Airsoft, Hackettstown, NJ Testing out the new GoPro Hero3 Black Edition Filmed using a GoPro HD Hero3: 1080p @ 60FPS converted to 720p (derp) Primary: Custpm G&G PWS Diablo ...


Stryker Airsoft NJ 10-20-13 Gameplay (GoPro Hero3 Pov KSC G34)

Published: October 22, 2013
Length: 01:23 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: thatguyx

Stryker Airsoft in Hackettstown, NJ First vid from the day. Went out for a random Sunday of airsoft seeing as how I haven't played in almost a month. Some interesting calls this game. ...


Stryker Airsoft NJ 10-26-13 Gameplay (GoPro Hero3 Pov KWA LM4 MFR Tornado Impacts)

Published: November 07, 2013
Length: 38:16 min
Rating: 4 of 5
Author: thatguyx

Stryker Airsoft in Hackettstown, NJ Filmed using a GoPro HD Hero3: 1080p @ 60ps Primary: KWA G34 POV: Helmet Mount Edited with: Adobe Premiere CS6.


Airsoft Asshat of the Day (12-7-13 KWA G34)

Published: December 09, 2013
Length: 21:49 min
Rating: 5 of 5
Author: thatguyx

Stryker Airsoft in Hackettstown, NJ Haven't uploaded in a while, but there was one player that just inspired me. I will try to get some more videos up, but this guy annoyed me so much, I just had t.


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Attractions and noteworthy things

Distances are based on the centre of the city/town and sightseeing location. This list contains brief abstracts about monuments, holiday activities, national parcs, museums, organisations and more from the area as well as interesting facts about the region itself. Where available, you'll find the corresponding homepage. Otherwise the related wikipedia article.

Mount Olive Township, New Jersey

Mount Olive Township is a township in Morris County, New Jersey, United States. As of the 2010 United States Census, the township's population was 28,117, reflecting an increase of 3,924 (+16.2%) from the 24,193 counted in the 2000 Census, which had in turn increased by 2,911 (+13.7%) from the 21,282 counted in the 1990 Census. The Township of Mount Olive was formed by an act of the New Jersey Legislature on March 22, 1871, from portions of Roxbury Township.

Located at 40.8658, -74.743 (Lat. / Lng.), about 3 miles away.
Wikipedia Article, Homepage
1871 establishments in New Jersey, Faulkner Act Mayor-Council, Populated places established in 1871, Townships in Morris County, New Jersey

Hackettstown, New Jersey

Hackettstown is a town in Warren County, New Jersey, United States. As of the 2010 United States Census, the town's population was 9,724, reflecting a decline of 679 (-6.5%) from the 10,403 counted in the 2000 Census, which had in turn increased by 2,283 (+28.1%) from the 8,120 counted in the 1990 Census. The town is located in the eastern most region of the Lehigh Valley.

Located at 40.8537, -74.8249 (Lat. / Lng.), about 2 miles away.
Wikipedia Article, Homepage
1853 establishments in New Jersey, Populated places established in 1853, Special Charters in New Jersey, Towns in Warren County, New Jersey

Stephens State Park

Stephens State Park is a state park in the U.S. state of New Jersey. It is 805 acres (3 km²) in area, located in western Morris County, north of Hackettstown along the upper Musconetcong River. The park is operated and maintained by the New Jersey Division of Parks and Forestry. The park includes the remnants of one of the 23 locks, as well as a section of the towpath, of the Morris Canal, built in 1831 to transport anthracite coal from Pennsylvania to New York City.

Located at 40.8691, -74.8037 (Lat. / Lng.), about 2 miles away.
Wikipedia Article, Homepage
Parks in Morris County, New Jersey, State parks of New Jersey

Vasa Park, New Jersey

Vasa Park is a small unincorporated community, built in the 1920s, near Budd Lake, in Mount Olive Township, New Jersey. It consists of summer and retirement homes and is operated by Distirct 6 of the Vasa Order of America, a Swedish cultural society. The park includes picnic and recreational facilities, a banquet hall, and a research library.

Located at 40.854, -74.7572 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Unincorporated communities in Morris County, New Jersey

Schooley's Mountain

Schooley's or, officially, Schooleys Mountain is a mountain ridge in northern New Jersey that stretches from Lake Hopatcong in the north to Hampton in the south. It is the last ridge in the group of parallel mountains that includes Allamuchy Mountain and the Kittatinny Mountains before the Piedmont Plateau and drop off to New York City.

Located at 40.8293, -74.7935 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Mountains of New Jersey, Geography of Morris County, New Jersey

Pax Amicus Theatre

The Pax Amicus Theater is located in Budd Lake, New Jersey, United States, and was founded in 1970. It focuses on mainly children's shows.

Located at 40.8659, -74.7528 (Lat. / Lng.), about 2 miles away.
Wikipedia Article
Buildings and structures in Morris County, New Jersey, Theatres in New Jersey


This place is known by different names. Here the ones we know:
Drakes Town, Drakestown