MAIN Sports Skiing New Jersey Ski Resorts

Famous for Altantic City casinos and Jersey shore beaches in the southern part of the state, winter sports enthusiasts aren't left out in the cold during the December - March ski season, as a warm welcome awaits at New Jersey's three premiere ski and snowboarding areas.

20 miles north of Manhattan island, Campgaw Mountain is the state's closest ski area to the New York Metro area and a popular spot for both skiing and snowboarding - featuring 5 beginner and intermediate trails, a terrain park with half pipe and rails, and 6 snow tubing runs.

Moving further upstate lies Mountain Creek Resort, offering vacation studios and bedroom suites for extended stays where guests can enjoy skiing, snowboarding, snowtubing and over 60 acres of terrain park.

Nearby, family-friendly Hidden Valley Ski Resort has all the look and feel of a traditional New England resort offering 15 trails for skiers of various abilities, five lifts, snow tubing runs and terrain park.

Heading toward the New Jersey's northern tip, find the Garden State's snowiest winter spot and its only cross country ski area, High Point Cross Country Center, located in Sussex.

More about NJ skiing & snowboarding around the Web:

New Jersey Ski Resorts - Compare top resorts by terrain and mountain stats along with current weather reports, new snow and surface conditions, star-rated visitor reviews and photos.

Ski Resorts in New Jersey - At-a-glance facts & information on trails, mountain elevations and vertical drops, lifts, snowboarding terrain, and related resources.

New Jersey Ski Council - Where to hook up with a ski club throughout the state with related event calendars, dates and locations, skiing tips and training resources, membership details.

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