{"id":8061,"date":"2023-11-16T11:32:44","date_gmt":"2023-11-16T11:32:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.funnewjersey.com\/blog\/?p=8061"},"modified":"2025-04-02T14:45:26","modified_gmt":"2025-04-02T14:45:26","slug":"preparing-for-a-ski-trip-in-nj","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/funnewjersey.com\/blog\/preparing-for-a-ski-trip-in-nj\/","title":{"rendered":"What do you Need for Skiing in NJ? How to Prepare: A guide For Novices and Pros Alike"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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Strap on your shred boots; it’s time to break down what you need for a totally rad day on the slopes<\/p>

First Things First. You’ll need to know where to go in NJ:<\/strong><\/p>

Mountain Creek Ski Resort, 184 Route 94, Vernon, NJ 07462
Campgaw Mountain Ski Area, 200 Campgaw Road, Mahwah, NJ 07430
Hidden Valley Ski Area, Hidden Valley Road, Vernon, NJ 07462
Crystal Springs Resort, 3621 State Route 94, Hamburg, NJ 07419
High Point Cross Country Ski Center, 1480 NJ-23, Sussex, NJ 07461\u00a0<\/p>

Here are some places to go cross-country skiing in NJ<\/strong><\/p>

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Wawayanda State Park <\/strong>–\u00a0885 Warwick Turnpike, Hewitt, NJ 07421
Lewis Morris County Park – <\/strong>270 Mendham Rd. Rt. 24, Morristown, NJ 07960
Palisades Interstate Park <\/strong>– Alpine, NJ
Stokes State Forest<\/strong> –\u00a01 Coursen Road, Branchville, NJ 07826 (You can also snowmobile and dog sled here<\/a><\/strong>!)<\/p>

Fun heart pumping skiing is closer than you think!<\/p>

You don\u2019t have to go far for a marvelous ski trip in NJ. Just about 30 miles from NYC, Campgaw Mountain in Mahwah, NJ is the metro area\u2019s closest snow resort<\/strong><\/a>\u2014and it covers a titanic 1,300 acres in total with 8 beginner and intermediate trails and over 18 acres of skiable terrain. Perfect for some, heart-pumping, adrenaline-thumping skiing this winter season!<\/p>

OK, so now that you know where to go, let’s talk about what you need to prepare for your adventure!<\/p>

Here is an in-depth guide for novices as well as advanced skiing aficionados.<\/p>

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The quick list of what you’ll need:<\/strong><\/p>

A ski pass or lift ticket to access the slopes – <\/strong>(You got to pay to play unless you do some free croos-country at one of New Jersey’s state parks)
Ski’s or snowboard (duh!)<\/strong> – You can rent these on the slopes if you do not have them.
Ski equipment<\/strong> – Including skis, boots, poles, and bindings.
Helmet <\/strong>– Keeps your brain box intact, dude.
Goggles<\/strong> – To shield your peepers from the pow-pow.
Snow suit or snow pants<\/strong> – Keep your buns toasty.
Ski socks <\/strong>– To keep your feet warm and comfortable.
Waterproof jacket<\/strong> – Highly recommended (staying dry is the name of the game).
Snow gloves<\/strong> – Trust us. This is an absolute must! (coz cold hands are the worst).
Sunscreen and lip balm<\/strong> – To protect your skin from the sun and cold air
A water bottle to stay hydrated<\/strong> – H2o will keep your bod feelin’ fine and your energy levels high!<\/p>

And most importantly, a gnarly attitude (it’s all about the vibes, man!)<\/p>

A deeper dive into how to prepare for your Ski trip<\/p>

Avoid Contact Lenses if possible
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While contact lenses may be your eyewear of choice, they\u2019re generally not a good idea when skiing. Skiing temperatures<\/strong><\/a> will drop as you go up the mountain, and your contacts will allow the chill to be felt in your eyes. Going indoors won\u2019t help much, either, since that could lead to re-circulated air drying on your contact lenses\u2019 surfaces and cause irritation. Leave the contact lenses at home when you want to go skiing.<\/p>

Use protective eyewear<\/strong><\/p>

When you\u2019re skiing, protective eyewear is a must to guard against two things: photokeratitis and debris. Photokeratitis is when UV rays bounce off the snow\u2019s reflective surface and damage your cornea, causing your eyes to swell and blur. It\u2019s not a condition you want at any time, much less when skiing. You\u2019ll also want to avoid your eyes getting hit by leaves or pebbles as you speed down the slopes. The best solution is wearing polarized sunglasses that protect your vision with lightweight, durable frames and sports performance shades technology that can block UV rays and glare and enhance your skiing prowess. You can try the brand Oakley, which offers a range of dedicated sunglasses and goggles with polarized lenses for snow sports.<\/p>

Bring a backpack<\/strong><\/p>

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To cover all your bases, consider packing a backpack with these handy essentials:<\/p>