Nice Drives: Wintertime Destinations
Just because it's winter doesn't mean you need to stay inside. New Jersey still offers many destinations for entertainment and inspiration.
Here are some of our favorite wintertime destinations:
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| Ice Skating rinks in New Jersey |
- New Jersey has many locations for ice skating
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List of ice skating locations in North, Central, and South New Jersey at FunNewJersey.com |
| Outdoor Ice Skating in New Jersey |
- New Jersey ponds and lakes offer some great ice for skating and hockey in the winter.
- Check local guidelines for availability and safety.
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Locations in Essex County:
- Edgemont Park, Valley Road, Montclair
- Need 5 days of below freezing temperatures. Hot cocoa in the field house.
- 330 Fells Road, Essex Fells
- tel 973.228.2800 8:30 am to 9:00 pm, lighted.
- 19 Harrison Avenue, Roseland
- tel 973.226.6552 x 3. Call for figure skating & hockey schedule. Lighted from dusk to 9:00 pm
NJ State Park Locations:
- Allamuchy, Hacketstown NJ 07840, Warren County, tel 908.852.3790
- High Point, Sussex, NJ 07461, Sussex County, tel 973.875.4800
- Stokes, Branchville, NJ 07826, Sussex County, tel 973.948.3820
- Swartswood, Swartswood, NJ 07877, Sussex County, tel 973.383.5230
- Wawayanda, Hewitt, NJ 07421, Passaic County, tel 973.853.4462
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| Outdoor Ice Skating in York City & Philadelphia |
- In northern New Jersey, drive or take mass transit and find yourself in the heart of the city. Experience outdoor ice skating at a number of locations including Rockefeller Center, Bryant Park and Central Park
- For southern New Jersey residents, drive or take mass transit into Philadelphia. Visit Penn's Landing and take in the joys of outdoor skating
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Philadelphia:
New York City:
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| Washington Headquarters/Jockey Hollow, Morris County |
- General George Washington Headquarters during the American Revolution
- Washington stayed at the Ford Mansion from December 1779 to June 1780
- Jockey Hollow was the American Army encampment during the winters of 1777 and 1779-80
- 1676 acre historical park
- Tours, special events, and reenactments are held throughout the year
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30 Washington Place
Morristown, NJ 07960
tel 973.543.4030
website: nps.gov/morr
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| Princeton Battlefield State Park, Mercer County |
- American troops defeated the British Regulars on these fields January 3, 1777
- The Thomas Clarke house was built in 1772, and served as a hospital during the Battle of Princeton
- Tour the house with authentic time-period Quaker furnishings and see Revolutionary War exhibits
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500 Mercer Road
Princeton, NJ 08540
tel 609.921.0074
website: Princeton Battlefield State Park
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Mountain Creek Ski Resort, Sussex County
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- Scenic Drive to Mountain Creek
- For skiers and snowboarders
- 45 trails serviced by 11 lifts
- Experience the thrill of the largest Terrain Park in the East
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200 Route 94, Vernon NJ 07462 tel 973.827.2000
website: mountaincreek.com
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Hidden Valley Club, Sussex County
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- Ski mountain has 15 trails, three chair lifts and one tow
- Features skiing, snowboarding and tubing
- Night skiing available
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44 Breakneck Road, Vernon, NJ 07462
tel 973.764.4200
website: hiddenvalleynj.com
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| Washington Crossing State Park, Mercer County |
- Washington and his troops crossed the icy waters of the Delaware River on December 25, 1776
- The troops landed at Johnson's Ferry, now known as Washington Crossing State Park
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355 Washington Crossing-Pennington Road, Titusville NJ 08560,
tel 609.737.0623
website: state.nj us/dep/parksandforests/parks/washcros
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Note: This information is supplied as guidance and inspiration. Always obey road signs and laws. Roads and directions may not be accurate.
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