Laurel Hill Park is ideal open space in Hudson County’s portion of the Meadowlands. Tucked behind the remaining rock quarry at Laurel Hill, the park is a landmark for the North Jersey region. Park highlights include its historical significance, natural features, recreational facilities, and water access to the Hackensack River.

Tear Drop Memorial is a 10–story sculpture by Zurab Tsereteli that was given to the United States as an official gift from the Russian government as a memorial to the victims of the September 11 attacks in 2001, and the 1993 World Trade Center bombing.

Hudson County is a county located in northeastern New Jersey, bordered by the Hudson River to the east and the Hackensack River to the west. It is located across from New York City and is part of the New York metropolitan area. The county seat of Hudson County is Jersey City, which is also the largest city in the county.