While we don't have a lot of snow on the ground right now -- there are still plenty of outdoor, winter activities nearby for you to check out with your kids. Click on the links below (in pink) to get more information on each venue.
Snow Tubing is fun for kids of all ages (and adults!). Some of these mountains have options for young children, others have height restrictions.
- Campgaw Mountain (Mahwah, NJ) -- about a 40 minute drive from our area.
- Mt. Peter (Warwick, NY) -- about a 1 hour drive from our area. Best option for families with young children.
- Holiday Mountain Ski and Fun Park (Monticello, NY) -- about at 1 hour, 15 minute drive from our area.
Skiing
- Thunder Ridge (Patterson, NY) -- the closest ski mountain to our area, Thunder Ridge has learn to ski programs for children as young as 4.
- Mohawk Mountain (Cornwall, CT) -- About a 1 hour, 15 minute drive from our area, Mohawk Mountain has a Snowhawks children's group lesson program from ages 5-13.
Outdoor Ice Skating
- Bear Mountain (Bear Mountain, NY) -- Just a short drive north of our area is Bear Mountain Ice Rink. This outdoor ice rink has public skating sessions on Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday & Sunday plus extended hours over the holiday break, including open times on New Year's Eve and Day. Admission is $5 and skate rental is $5. Costs $10 to park on weekends.
Check each venue before you leave for COVID-19 rules/restrictions. Enjoy the outdoors!
