Egg Harbor Township’s story begins long before its formal incorporation, rooted in exploration, maritime enterprise, and steady transformation from wilderness to one of Atlantic County’s largest communities.

Today, Egg Harbor Township is one of the largest municipalities in Atlantic County by land area and population. While it has experienced steady residential and commercial growth, it remains deeply connected to its historic roots — from its early Dutch naming and colonial settlement to its maritime traditions along the Great Egg Harbor River.

The township’s history reflects the broader story of southern New Jersey: exploration, enterprise, community building, and thoughtful growth across more than four centuries.