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Enjoy The Ultimate Harvest Trail Adventure With New Jersey’s Crystal Springs Resort

Crystal Springs Resort in New Jersey offers a variety of year-round activities and amenities, making it an ideal staycation destination.

Published Aug 28, 2020

Written by 

Kristen Koennemann

Crystal Springs Resort is the ultimate year-round staycation destination in New Jersey and, with travel options being limited, it's the perfect place for an autumn vacation. You'll feel like you're a million miles away from the hustle and bustle of the Garden State while you relax with loved ones and enjoy all sorts of fall fun!

Address: 3 Wild Turkey Way, Hamburg, NJ 07419 (Grand Cascades Lodge)

Crystal Springs Resort offers two world-class hotels - the Grand Cascades Lodge and Minerals Hotel...

A scenic view of a hotel surrounded by vibrant gardens and flowers, with a sunset in the background.
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SIX championship golf courses...

A scenic golf course with players on the green, surrounded by lush grass and a clear blue sky.
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Two revitalizing spas and some of the most spectacular swimming pools you've ever seen...

Three women in robes enjoy drinks by a tropical pool with a waterfall and lush greenery in a glass-enclosed space.
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Nine incredible, seasonally-inspired dining options...

Outdoor dining area with colorful chairs, tables, and umbrellas, surrounded by greenery and a scenic view.
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A sports club and adventure center... And a whole host of activities and events ranging from romantic to family-friendly. These include patio games, scavenger hunts, outdoor movies, glow golf, pony rides, live music, and more. You can also add-on painting classes and goat yoga!

Three women ride bicycles along a scenic path surrounded by greenery and trees on a sunny day.
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But we can't forget the farm animal visits, hiking and nature trails, beekeeping talks, marshmallow roasts, and educational tours of the Vernon Valley Farm.

A vibrant garden with colorful flowers and plants in front of a large, rustic building under a cloudy sky.
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And things get even better in the fall! Book the Harvest Trail Adventure Package for an autumn like no other.

A scenic view of a resort nestled at the base of a colorful autumn mountain, with green fields in the foreground.
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The package includes 4 complimentary autumn activities: apple picking, craft beer or cider tasting, winery visit and tasting, and a shopping credit at a local farm stand.

A family sits on hay bales holding baskets of fruit, surrounded by ducks and flowers on a sunny day.
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You'll also receive an informative Harvest Trail map that features nearby fall activities including farms, orchards, and creameries. Visit a corn maze or go pumpkin picking!

Map of the Harvest Trail at Crystal Springs Resort, featuring locations in New Jersey and New York with autumn-themed illustrations.
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It gets even better! You'll be gifted a basked STUFFED with seasonal local treats.

Three jars of honey labeled "Spring Wildflower," "Black Dirt Blossom," and "Orange Blossom," displayed with twine tags.
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You'll receive a bottle of Harvest Moon Wine from Warwick Valley Winery & Distillery, local honey from Vernon Valley Farm, fruit salsa and pumpkin butter from Pochuck Valley Farms, and so much more.

What an incredible way to enjoy fall in New Jersey. The icing on the cake? Delicious complimentary breakfasts. You can learn more about the Harvest Trail Adventure Package here. For fall fun in South Jersey, check out Johnson's Corner Farm.

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