Local ski resorts a short drive from New Jersey you can visit

Now that snow is on the ground in many places and cold weather is here to stay for the season, many of us will hit the slopes. For me, after the criteria of having a good mountain, a variety of trails and moderate prices, I look for the COVID protocols.

The good news is, you don’t have to go far in New Jersey to check all of these boxes. Mountain Creek management has really stepped up to welcome the normals back to the elevator and trails. No masks, no vaccination cards, just bring your skis, your common sense, and your family.

Beyond that, these are some of the best mountains in the area that are friendly, affordable, and accessible.

Spadea’s top 3 by location, price and normality!

Mountain Creek – Vernon Township, NJ

Camelback – Tannersville, Pennsylvania

Blue Mountain – Palmerton, Pennsylvania

We also asked our listeners for feedback and here were the top 3 from the audience:

Shawnee Mountain Ski Area – East Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania

Ski Big Bear – Lackawaxen, Pennsylvania

Mount Peter – Warwick, New York

The above post reflects the thoughts and observations of New Jersey 101.5 talk show host Bill Spadea. All opinions expressed are those of Bill. Bill Spadea is on the air weekdays from 6 to 10 am, speaking from Jersey, taking your calls at 1-800-283-1015.

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