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Where Can Families Go Snow Tubing in and Near New Jersey in 2025 and 2026?

Snow tubing is the perfect all-ages winter activity. It brings out the inner kid, even in teens and adults. Plus, you don't need any experience or special gear other than snow pants and snow boots. You'll get the tubes from the resort. 

Many local ski areas offer snow tubing for families in New Jersey, but hours of operation, height, weight, and age requirements vary. Check the resort’s website for more details and waiver forms that can be downloaded and filled out before you arrive. Often, ticket sales are capped at maximum amounts, and many sell tickets online, so purchase in advance to avoid missing out.

Here we’ve compiled a list of some tried-and-tested local favorites based on parent insights. And we've got some picks for the best slopes for little kids, school-aged kids, and teens.

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1. Mountain Creek – Vernon

Why families love it: Mountain Creek boasts one of the largest snow tubing parks in the region—and the country, for that matter—with 30 lanes spread across more than 5 acres, all of them open to kids ages 5 and older who meet the height requirement. Two magic carpet lifts take you to the top of the hill, so there's no need to hike. 

Insider tips for visiting with kids: Kids must be at least 42″ to ride alone. Riders between 36 inches and 42 inches tall must ride in a tandem tube or linked tube with an adult. Tandem tubes are first-come, first-served.

Parking, food, and tickets: Sessions are 2 hours long. Advance ticket purchase is required. Park in the Vernon General Parking Lot and head toward Cobblestone Village, where the colorful buildings are located. As for food, there's a food truck at the snow tubing hill as well as food options located in the lodge at the Vernon Base area.

2. Campgaw – Mahwah

Why families love it: Campgaw offers snow tubing in an intimate setting. Not only can you ride your tube down the slopes, you can ride it up as well! There are different levels of rollers and pitch, which means older kids can flex their courage a bit. 

Insider tips for visiting with kids: There's no age requirement, but tubers need to be at least 48 inches tall. 

Parking, food, and tickets: Open weekday afternoons and weekends, tickets are sold by sessions, which run for 2 hours each. Tickets go on sale 6 days in advance and sell out quickly. Advance ticket purchases are strongly recommended. 

3. Big Snow – East Rutherford

Why families love it: This unique spot is actually located indoors at the American Dream mall, so you can go snow tubing year-round.

Insider tips for visiting with kids: Tubing is open to those ages 3 and up, and the SNOW Play area is perfect for kids ages 3-10. Riders must be 36 inches tall to ride with an adult or 42 inches to ride alone.

Parking, food, and tickets: Parking is free at American Dream, and you'll have your pick from more than 65 eateries at the mall. Check Groupon for deals on tickets.

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4. Bear Creek – Macungie

Why families love it: There are about 10 lanes, so it's just the right size to have fun without being overwhelmed.

Insider tips for visiting with kids: Kids must be 6 years old and at least 42 inches tall. There are single-rider tubes only.

Parking, food, and tickets:  Advanced ticket purchase is highly recommended. Sessions are 2 hours.

5. Big Boulder – Blakeslee

Why families love it: Big Boulder has 20 chutes and two 600-foot conveyor carpets.  

Insider tips for visiting with kids: Kids must be 4 years old and at least 42 inches tall. 

Parking, food, and tickets: Tubing is available on select dates; check the site for updates. Advanced ticket purchase is highly recommended. Sessions are 2 hours.

6.  Blue Mountain – Palmerton

Why families love it: Blue Mountain bills itself as the biggest snow tubing park in the country, with 46 lanes and three lifts. Our favorite Blue Mountain perk, though, is this: You can choose between riding a single tube or double the fun and go down two at a time in a double tube. For older kids, timeslots after 5pm will be Sonic Snow Tubing with music and color-changing lights.

Insider tips for visiting with kids: There's no age requirement, but kids need to be at least 36 inches tall. 

Parking, food, and tickets: Tickets are sold by 2-hour sessions and run from 9am to 9pm Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays (closed Christmas Day). All tickets must be purchased in advance online. Families can also enjoy the Après Snow Tubing area, which does not require a Snow Tubing ticket. Warm up at the firepits, grab a snack at a food truck, enjoy bar and café service, and get a perfect view of the snow tubing hills.

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Go galactic snow tubing after dark at Camelback in Tannersville.

7. Camelback Mountain Resort – Tannersville

Why families love it: If the prospect of flying down a snow-packed slope at a fast (but totally safe) speed is exhilarating, picture doing it at night amid an LED light show. That's Camelback's Galactic snow tubing. Camelback boasts 42 lanes. 

Insider tips for visiting with kids: Most parks require a single rider per tube, but here, tubers under 44 inches tall (but at least 33 inches tall) can ride with a parent using a double tube or chain. A participating parent must accompany all riders under age 14. 

Parking, food, and tickets: Advance online reservations are required. Open daily. Grab a waffle from the Waffle Cabin and eat by a firepit.

8. Shawnee Mountain Ski Area – East Stroudsburg

Why families love it: Shawnee is the closest of any of the Pennsylvania parks to New Jersey. It's also one of the smallest parks at seven lanes—in case you're harboring a fear of humiliating yourself in front of large crowds. There are 2 carpets to bring you back up to the top of the hill.

Insider tips for visiting with kids: Kids under 46 inches can ride in a tandem tube with a parent. Kids must be at least 4 to snow tube, and they offer smaller tubes kids can carry themselves. Got a younger sibling that can't tube yet? Hit the Mini Monster section ($10/ticket) for kids under 8, featuring Snowball Wall, seating benches, puzzle blocks, climbers, balancers, gliders, and sleds. It's located near the ski lessons area.

Parking, food, and tickets: Sessions are 1.5 hours long and are at specific times. Online reservations are required. 

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9.  Hunter Mountain – Hunter

Why families love it: Hunter is New York's largest tubing park, with 20 lanes that run nearly 1,000 feet long, plus a mini-park for the littlest kids. 

Insider tips for visiting with kids: Tubers need to be at least 42 inches tall to ride alone or 36 inches to ride with an adult. 

Parking, food, and tickets: There's also a snack bar and fire pit, which is ever so critical for those necessary recovery periods. (Plan on taking many.) Tickets are sold in 2-hour sessions, and there's a bundled option for one adult (18+ years old) and child (36-44 inches). Online reservations are required, and the buying window starts 30 minutes before the park opens. The resort and facilities are cashless. 

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Snow tubers enjoy winter thrills at Mount Peter in Warwick.

10. Mount Peter – Warwick

Why families love it: Enjoy a 600-foot ride down and a conveyor ride back to the top. 

Insider tips for visiting with kids: Kids must be at least 42 inches tall, and those younger than 12 must be accompanied on the hill by an adult. For the under-42-set, there is a Little Tikes tubing hill, with a smaller hill plus an area for kids to play in the powder. Tandem tubing is allowed for guests 36-48 inches with an adult on the big hill.

Parking, food, and tickets: Tubing reservations must be booked online. See the website for specific hours and rates. 

Which Snow Tubing Spots in and Near New Jersey Are Best for Different Ages?

Best Snow Tubing Hills for Toddlers and Preschoolers (Ages 2–5)

With gentle slopes, mini tubing areas, and play zones, these are our favorites for the youngest snow birds: 

• Big Snow at American Dream Mall in East Rutherford, NJ, has smaller hills and allows kids as young as 3 years old to go tubing (plus there's a play area).
• Mountain Creek in Vernon, NJ, allows kids who are 36 inches go tubing with an adult.
• Blue Mountain in Palmerton, PA, doesn't have an age requirement, and kids 36 inches or taller can participate.
• Mount Peter in Warwick, NY, has a special Little Tykes hill for kids under 42 inches.

Best Snow Tubing Hills for School-Age Kids (Ages 6–12)

These spots have moderate hills, conveyor lifts, and family-friendly policies:

• Shawnee Mountain in East Stroudsburg, PA, is nice because it's a smaller venue, but still packs in big fun.
• Hunter Mountain in Hunter, NY, has huge lanes that are nearly 1,000 feet long.

Best Snow Tubing Hills for Teens and Adventurous Families

Fast runs, night tubing, group deals, music/lights events make these hills perfect for teens and families that love a good thrill:

• Campgaw in Mahwah, NJ, lets riders choose runs with different levels of rollers and pitch.
• At Camelback in Tannersville, PA, teens will enjoy the festive lights and music during the evening Galactic timeslot.

Tips for a Stress-Free Snow Tubing Day

What should we wear?

It's always a good idea to dress in layers and wear a waterproof winter jacket, hats, gloves, snow pants, snow boots, and a double layer of warm socks. Bring extra clothes for the ride home.

What should we pack?

Bring some dry clothes (including socks and shoes) for the ride home. Consider packing a bunch of snacks, water, and a thermos of hot chocolate for the car ride home.

When should we go?

It depends! If you want to beat the crowds, go on a weekday and avoid holidays. Or, if you want a party vibe, pick a nighttime glow session.

How do I make it fun for all ages — including younger kids or grandparents tagging along?

Look for hills that have nearby play areas for little ones or where the viewing area has seating and concessions.

How can we save money when snow tubing?

Bring your own snacks and choose off-peak hours. There can be a huge difference in prices on a weekday versus a weekend. 

FAQs for Snow Tubing In and Near New Jersey for Families

Q: What’s the best snow tubing hill in New Jersey for young kids?

There are lots to choose from, but NJ's best spots are Campgaw and Mountain Creek. There's also Big Snow, an indoor option.

Q: Are there snow tubing hills that allow toddlers or babies?
No. All hills prohibit lap sitting, and the minimum height is usually 42 inches (though a couple are 36 inches).

Q: Do you need to bring your own snow tube?
Nope. It will be provided, though tandem tubes can be a little trickier to get your hands on.

Q: How much does snow tubing cost near New Jersey?
Tickets range from $40-60 per person, depending on the day of your visit.

Q: Do I need to reserve snow tubing tickets in advance?
Yes, especially during peak timeslots. Snow tubing is a popular activity, and tickets often sell out on busy days.

Q: Are there any night tubing spots near New Jersey?

Sure thing! Most spots have evening hours, and Camelback is among those that amp up the nighttime timeslots with glow lights.

Q: Are helmets required or recommended for kids?

Helmets are not required, but they are often recommended. Some places have helmets available for rent, or you can bring your own.

Q: Can we combine snow tubing with skiing or other winter activities?
Tubing timeslots are fairly short (1.5-2 hours), so you can try skiing beforehand if you think people will have the energy.

This post was originally published in 2012 and is updated annually.

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