OPPORTUNITY IN VERNON, NEW JERSEY
Vernon Township’s economy is built on a unique combination of outdoor recreation, hospitality, tourism, and small business entrepreneurship. Located in Sussex County in Northern New Jersey, Vernon serves as a four-season destination for visitors while supporting a strong and growing local business community.
With regional tourism assets such as Mountain Creek Resort and the nearby Crystal Springs Resort, the township benefits from a steady flow of visitors that support restaurants, retail shops, lodging, recreation businesses, and service providers.
VERNON BY THE NUMBERS
Population: ~23,000
Regional Visitors: Hundreds of thousands annually
Restaurants & Hospitality Businesses: 50+
Major Resort Destinations: 2
Four-Season Recreation Economy
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Entrepreneurship and Local Growth
Vernon’s economy is driven by dedicated local entrepreneurs who operate restaurants, retail shops, recreation services, hospitality venues, and professional businesses that serve both residents and visitors.
Small businesses play a central role in the character and vitality of the township. These businesses create jobs, support community events, and contribute to Vernon’s welcoming atmosphere.
The Vernon Economic Development Advisory Committee works to support these businesses while encouraging new investment and thoughtful economic growth.
A Community Defined by Nature and Lifestyle
One of Vernon’s greatest strengths is its quality of life. Surrounded by mountain landscapes, forests, and lakes, the township offers an environment that blends outdoor recreation with a strong sense of community.
Residents and visitors alike enjoy:
Four-season outdoor recreation
Scenic mountain landscapes
Local restaurants and gathering places
Community events and festivals
A welcoming small-town atmosphere
This lifestyle advantage makes Vernon not only a destination for visitors, but also an appealing place to live, work, and build a business.
BUILDING VERNON'S FUTURE
Vernon Township continues to look toward the future by encouraging responsible economic development that strengthens the community while preserving the natural character that makes the township unique.
Through collaboration between local businesses, community leaders, and the Vernon Economic Development Advisory Committee, the township is focused on creating opportunities that support entrepreneurship, attract visitors, and build a vibrant and sustainable local economy.