8 New Jersey Day Trips That Are Even Cooler During The Winter
Raymond Goldfield
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Winter is settling into New Jersey and bringing a blast of cold weather. Many attractions will be getting ready to hibernate until the weather turns warm – and in the true New Jersey spirit, some will just be getting started! For those who want to make the most of winter as the new year dawns, these winter day trips in New Jersey will keep you busy until the weather turns warm. From an epic ski resort to a beachside beer hall with an unexpected feature to a taste of the tropics in frozen New Jersey, you won’t want to spend another minute hunkering down at home. Not when winter in New Jersey is a whole new world begging to be explored… provided, of course, you arm yourself with your warmest winter essentials! Let’s take a look at some magnificent New Jersey day trips for winter.
1. Kittatinny Valley State Park (Newton)
Get a closer look at this beautiful state park:
2. Winterfest Ice Skating Rink (Cherry Hill)
3. Campgaw Ski Area (Mahwah)
See what it’s like to go snow tubing at Campgaw Ski Area:
4. Paterson Great Falls National Historical Park (Paterson)
Take a closer look at these beautiful falls:
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5. iPlay America (Freehold)
6. Big Kahuna's (West Berlin)
7. Asbury Festhalle & Biergarten (Asbury Park)
8. Jenkinson's Aquarium (Point Pleasant Beach)
Have you taken any of these winter day trips in New Jersey in past years? Tell us about your favorite winter day trips in the comments section. All of these attractions are open full-time in the winter, but you can learn more about features and pricing for Big Kahuna’s, iPlay America, Festhalle & Biergarten, and Jenkinson’s Aquarium on the official websites. For another memorable winter adventure, take a road trip to the snowiest town in New Jersey.
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What are some hidden gem attractions in New Jersey?
Some of the hidden gem attractions in New Jersey include:
- Cape May Whale Watcher. Take a boat ride out to see wild dolphins and whales while having a lovely dinner and a cruise.
- Sterling Hill Mining Museum. This museum takes you on a tour where there are several glowing phosphorescent minerals.
- Turtle Back Zoo. This is the best zoo in the state and includes a petting zoo and treetop adventures.
- Battleship New Jersey. This ship served for 50 years from 1942 to 1999 and has interactive turrets and a 4-D flight simulator.
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What are the most amazing day trips in New Jersey?
The most amazing day trips in New Jersey include:
- The Tuckerton Seaport. This is a museum where you can take part in hands-on exhibits to learn all about maritime history.
- Wharton State Forest. This is a gorgeous natural area with hiking trails, kayaking, ghost town ruins, and a historic village.
- Cape May. This is a wonderful family day trip with Sunset Beach and tons of amazing restaurants and shops.
- Wildwood. This is a beachfront amusement park with rollercoasters, arcade games, waterparks, and more.
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What are the most beautiful natural attractions in New Jersey?
The most beautiful natural attractions in New Jersey include:
- Buttermilk Falls. These falls are 200 feet high and are some of the most beautiful waterfalls in the state.
- Mount Tammany. At 1,527 feet in elevation, this is one of the tallest mountains in New Jersey.
- Island Beach State Park. This beautiful white sand beach is part of an undeveloped barrier island and it is full of wildlife.
- Tripod Rock. Located in Kinnelon, this is a large boulder that was moved by glaciers and placed atop three smaller stones.
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