High Point

To us, it seems amazing that there could be good cross-country skiing in New Jersey for more than a couple of days in a season.  But this ski center is located at the highest point in the state so it's colder up there and they get more snow and keep it longer.  The High Point center also has: machinery to actually manufacture snow. some big views and a pretty lake. A shorter drive from New York City or northern New Jersey than Minnewaska. Ken and Sharan gave High Point a try once in 2001, had a fun time, and went back again on two more weekends, and we've gone back again in 2002 and 2003. There is lots of beginner terrain provided that the lake is well-frozen and there's enough snow to cover its eastern edge. Of course on a weekend day with good snow and weather, places with this combination of features can get rather crowded, so try to arrive early.

For information on prices and conditions visit High Point Cross Country Ski Center