There's also an on-site ice skating rink, an indoor ski slope, and more. If you don't have a car, there are various public transportation options that will deliver you to the front doors. A version of this article was first published in December 2016; it has been updated for 2020. Jody Mercier contributed additional reporting.
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A separate, more budget-friendly trails pass is available if you want to bring your own equipment. Hit the Trails – Multiple Locations We may associate hiking with the warm summer months and cool, crisp fall days, but it's actually a great all-seasons outing. We've got picks for great family-friendly trails in upstate New York's state parks; hiking trails and beach walks all across Long Island; and state parks, forests, reservations, and kid-tested trails in the Garden State. RELATED: Sleep in a Lighthouse and More Hudson Valley Resorts Snow tubing at Campgaw will make your kids pray for snow. Photo courtesy of Campgaw Mountain Snow Tubing – Multiple Locations The best part of snow tubing is that, unlike skiing and other winter sports, snow tubing requires little skill or gear, making it a great family experience. Plus, it's easy to find a spot relatively close to home for an easy day trip. Check out our snow tubing roundup for suggestions, including Campgaw Mountain, which is just 45 minutes by car from Midtown, and Mount Peter (an hour and a half from Midtown).
Skiing at Mountain Creek – Vernon, New Jersey 123 Route 94 Mountain Creek is one of our all-time favorite local ski spots for its all-around experience. With 46 runs and the area's largest terrain park, plus on-site tubing, there's something for everyone. If you're a beginner, Mountain Creek's ski school has you covered, too. Make a weekend of it by staying at the on-site accommodations if a day on the slopes leaves you too tired for the drive back to the city. RELATED: Northeast Ski Mountains For Families Opening This Season Two beautiful wolves nuzzle in the snow. Photo by James Stein Photography for the preserve Meet the Wolves – New Jersey and New York Go on a Wolf Watch Tour at the Lakota Wolf Preserve in Columbia, New Jersey, or the Wolf Conservation Center in South Salem, New York. The wolves are in a natural environment, but tour-goers get to watch them play, interact, and possibly howl from a protected, fenced-in area. Four packs of wolves, along with foxes and bobcats, live at the NJ preserve, and reservations are required.
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The New York location is a touch closer at 75 minutes from Midtown, but its programming is currently more limited. Bookmark the calendar for upcoming events. Enjoy Some Outdoor Art – Multiple Locations We rounded up our favorite outdoor art day trip destinations in the fall, telling you about 11 spots where you could see stunning outdoor sculptures. Like NYC's Socrates Sculpture Park and MoMA's Abby Aldrich Rockefeller Sculpture Garden, some of these destinations have been long-time, year-round destinations. Others, like the Grounds For Sculpture, in Hamilton, New Jersey, and the ever-popular Storm King Art Center, in New Windsor, New York, are offering expanded hours this winter to offer visitors a safe way to enjoy art amidst the pandemic, as well as the chance to see their art in a whole new season. RELATED: 10 Inexpensive Winter Weekend Getaways for NYC-Area Families Even on a chilly, gray day, Lady Liberty is an awe-inspiring sight and worthy day trip destination. Photo by Jody Mercier Hop Aboard a Ferry – Multiple Locations If you're still feeling cautious when it comes to commuter trains and subway rides, then bundle up and sail away for a change of scenery.
Whether you prefer spending the winter months snuggling on the couch or frolicking in the snow, there's one thing we can all agree upon: Sometimes, you just need to get out of town for a change of pace. So we pulled together a list of family-fun filled winter day trips that appeal to all sorts of interests, from budding artists to full-fledged ski bunnies. Best of all, these destinations are all two hours or less from New York City by car, and we think they're all worth the trip. Find more inspiration in our Day Trip and Weekend Getaway Guide. Looking for a car-free getaway? Find deals for several of these destinations with Metro-North Getaways. As you're planning your trip, keep in mind COVID is rampant across our country now. Follow all CDC suggestions, including wearing masks and social distancing, and consider postponing your trip until things are safer. Please check state and local travel advisories, and keep in mind the New York State quarantine guidelines upon your return. Meet some feathered friends at the Long Island Aquarium.