Believe it or not, it’s wintertime…that season of the year when the temperatures cool significantly, the earth goes into a dormant state, and we have to start wearing more layers. Yet, in the midst of this, there is so much natural beauty. Check out these incredible places for enjoying winter in New Jersey.

1. Wharton State Forest
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Wharton State Forest, 31 Batsto Rd, Hammonton, NJ 08037, USA
Robert Lebright/Google Maps
Wharton State Forest is the largest state park in New Jersey, coming in at over 115,000 acres. There is so much to do and see here, all year long. Enjoy hiking, Pinelands scenery, historic Batsto Village, and more.
2. Mountain Creek
Mountain Creek Resort, 200 NJ-94, Vernon Township, NJ 07462, USA
Flickr/Anthony Quintano
If you’re looking for fun things to do in New Jersey in winter, snowboarding is among them, which you can do at Mountain Creek. And if there isn't a lot of natural snow on hand, this Vernon ski resort can make its own!
3. Lambertville
Lambertville, NJ 08530, USA
Flickr/Sal
Lambertville is a great weekend getaway destination, so coming here is wonderful any time of year, especially for fine dining and unique shopping. But be sure not to miss Lambertville's Winter Festival, typically held the third week of January, complete with a chili cook-off, ice sculptures, and a parade.
4. Allamuchy Mountain State Park
Allamuchy Mountain State Park, Waterloo Rd, Stanhope, NJ 07874, USA
Flickr/Nicholas A. Tonelli
A visit to Allamuchy Mountain State Park is perfect for sledding with its peaks, hills and valleys.
5. The Pool At Harrah's
Harrah's Resort Atlantic City, 777 Harrah's Blvd, Atlantic City, NJ 08401, USA
Facebook/Harrah's Resort Atlantic City
The gorgeous pool complex at Harrah's Resort is a tropical paradise in the heart of Atlantic City. And the best part New Jersey winters here? The water is always 82 degrees!
6. High Point State Park
High Point State Park, 1480 NJ-23, Sussex, NJ 07461, USA
Facebook/High Point State Park
The High Point State Park is the perfect place for a winter hike, and while here visitors will be treated to views of New York, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania. The High Point Cross Country Ski Center also typically hosts a special Winter Trails event in early January to introduce visitors to cross-country skiing and snowshoeing, weather permitting.

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7. Island Beach State Park
Island Beach State Park, Lanoka Harbor, NJ 08734, USA
Flickr/AnthonyQuintano
During the winter at Island Beach State Park, you may have better odds of spotting an elusive Red Fox without the summer crowds. It's also a great spot for nature walks and horseback riding.
8. Reeves-Reed Arboretum
Flickr/Scott McDonough
Reeves-Reed Arboretum, 165 Hobart Ave, Summit, NJ 07901, USA
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The Reeves-Reed Arboretum is truly stunning all year-round. From the daffodils in the spring to the billowy snow in the cold winter months, it is always one of the most beautiful places in New Jersey.
9. Renault Winery
Renault Winery, 72 Bremen Ave, Egg Harbor City, NJ 08215, USA
Facebook/Renault Winery
The Renault Winery in Egg Harbor City typically hosts a Winter Wine Festival in mid-January featuring tastings as well as a souvenir wine glass, and overnight getaway packages.
10. Laurita Winery
Laurita Winery, 85 Archertown Rd, New Egypt, NJ 08533, USA
Facebook/Laurita Winery
Wineries are always fun places to be during the winter, and not just for adults! At the Laurita Winery in New Egypt people of all ages an enjoy their annual Ice Sculpture Festival which usually takes place about the third week of January. During it guests enjoy ice sculptures, winter activities, vineyard tours, food trucks, games for kids, and fireworks.
11. Morris County Parks
Morris County, NJ, USA
Wikipedia/Jesper Rautell Balle
The Morris County Parks Department is famous for hosting a wide range of wintertime events each season. Folks come from all around the area and further afield to get in on the fun while chasing away the chilly winter in New Jersey blues!
12. The Ice House, Flyers Skate Zone, Skylands Ice World
Skylands Ice World, 2765 NJ-23, Stockholm, NJ 07460, USA
Atlantic City Skate Zone, 501 N Albany Ave, Atlantic City, NJ 08401, USA
Ice House, 111 Midtown Bridge St, Hackensack, NJ 07601, USA
Facebook/Ice House Hackensack
An ice rink can offer lots of different activities, and if its indoor even better for when the weather outside is miserable. In New Jersey you'll find several places that are cool and warm at the same time! Among them are the Ice House in Hackensack offering skate camps, classes, tournaments and more. Skylands Ice World also offers camps and classes in both skating and hockey, and Flyers Skate Zone has locations in Voorhees, Pennsauken and Atlantic City. Voorhees is the official training location of the Philadelphia Flyers.

There are so many great places to go in New Jersey during the winter. Have you been to any of these spectacular locales? If so which are your favorites? Are there any others you think we should add to this list? We’d love to see your wintry pics and read your suggestions and comments below!

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