At Crystal Springs Resort, we offer 365 thing to do while you’re visiting – that’s one amazing activity for each day of the year! Discover some of our more popular offerings, listed below.
New to the Resort! Our brand new rock climbing wall is not only a great workout, but tons of fun. All skill levels are welcome as there will be guided instruction.
Show off your skills using a bow to shoot arrows at a target at our scenic quarry-side archery range. Guided instruction and equipment is included. Ages 10 and over. Parental supervision is required.
There's nothing more exciting for young children than take a ride on a friendly pony. Our guides will lead the animals and allow kids to pet the gentle ponies. Ideal for children under 100 lbs. Must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
Come kid around and relax during an hour-long goat yoga class plus a half hour meet & greet with our playful 4-legged friends. Must be 8 years old to participate.
Amuse yourself with our fun Scavenger Hunt. Track down fun and unique items located throughout the Resort. Directions located at the Front Desk of your hotel.
Schedule: Daily
Learn the basics of metal stamping to create personalized accessories and gifts. Each participant can choose from an attractive cuff bracelet or pendant.
Discover your inner artist and join one of our talented local art instructors at an acrylic painting class using a 11x14 canvas. Novice or expert painters can enjoy a glass of wine while you create a lovely take-home piece of art. 21 and over.
Wondering about the world of essential oils? During this workshop, learn all about the essences of plants, how to use them safely and properly, and the benefits they can provide as a complement to your current health regime. Each participant will create their own essential oil rollerball.
FootGolf is two sports rolled into one, where the precision, power, and passion found in both golf and soccer is combined to create one amazing playing experience. FootGolf is played by kicking a soccer ball {on a golf course} into an oversized hole to score - with rules that are similar to golf. FootGolf takes just 2 hours to play 18 holes and the best part is, it can be enjoyed by anyone ages 6 or older.
Meet your new best friend! Choose from a variety of animals in our animal stuffing workshop. Each friend comes complete with a Resort tee shirt, making them the perfect souvenir.
Break free from the stress and toil of everyday life and restore your body and mind in our celebrated award-winning Spas. Treat yourself to a pampering massage, revitalizing facial or soothing mani/pedi.
Come join us for this fun and educational animal show with our friends from Rizzo’s Wildlife Discovery or Eyes or the Wild. Get up close and personal with interesting animals. Question and answer session included.
Spend the evening enjoying gifted singers, talented comedians and Grammy award-winning musician Hernan Romero, all playing in a night club setting. Includes signature cocktails and wine plus sophisticated bites. Hosted on Saturdays at the Crystal Springs Clubhouse.
Wine aficionados and devotees of distilled spirits are invited to visit The Curator, the new retail boutique tucked away in the world-renowned Wine Cellar of Restaurant Latour. The Curator showcases the in-depth expertise of Wine Director & Sommelier Susanne Wagner, as well as our alliances with specialty distillers.
Join us as we combine two of our favorite things: delicious dining and fun entertainment. Join us for a dinner buffet and get treated to a family-friendly show featuring magicians, ventriloquists, audience participation game shows, and more!
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Allow our Resort Naturalist to take you on a guided journey to quiet the mind and deepen the connection with your inner self and the natural world through practicing sensory awareness such as scent, sight, sound and breath. This soothing walk culminates in a 10-minute guided meditation with an emphasis on connecting with the earth.
Enjoy a variety of nighttime golf challenges using glow-in-the-dark golf balls! Come out for our exciting chipping and putting contests, as well as the closest to the pin competition. Great fun for all ages and skill levels. Hosted nightly, weather permitting, on the natural grass putting course at Grand Cascacdes Lodge. Putters and glow balls are available on a first come, first served basis. Free for hotel guests.
Bring the family and get creative by joining one of our talented local art instructors for this class. You'll sip on refreshing lemonade and paint a handled Mason Jar Mug with felt tipped paint markers. All ages are welcome to this class.
Welcome to our NEW Game Lounge and Arcade at Minerals Hotel! The Minerals Game Lounge features PlayStation 5, XBox Series X and Oculus VR. Walk-in only reservations are available daily. Please see onsite activity sheet for Game Lounge hours.
The Minerals Arcade games require cash payment - one dollar bills and quarters only, and is open daily from 9am-10pm.
Create the perfect backyard decoration for your home. You'll construct and decorate a wooden birdhouse, perfect for feathered friends. Adult assistance required for the hammering portion of the activity.
Come watch a family-favorite movie in the great outdoors or at the pool. Entertaining films, old and new, will be presented at nightfall at both hotels. Free for hotel guests. Appropriate for all ages.
Guests can enjoy an educational tour at nearby Vernon Valley Farm, where the managing farm team utilize nature's synergies to create a fully sustainable farm. Guests will enjoy a guided tour of the farm, interact with various farm animals and harvest fresh fruit or vegetables in season. Vernon Valley Farm consists of over 270 acres, with exquisite views of our area.
Adults and kids alike enjoy the fun activity of roasting marshmallows. Gather round our toasty fire pits for this communal experience. Marshmallows & sticks included.
The golf experience at Crystal Springs Resort is truly unparalleled! Discover the premier world-class golf destination in the Northeast with six championship caliber courses — all within a five-mile radius.
Behold the beauty of nature through painting . . . and what better classroom than the stunning grounds of Crystal Springs Resort. Join our in-house artist for an introduction to Plein Air Painting, which means 'in the open air'. This outdoor class is designed for beginners, and provides a guided process of painting a scene. A minimum of three guests is needed to host the class.
Meet farmer Keith’s friendly animals! Learn fun facts about baby goats, ducks, chickens, bunnies, sheep, miniature horses, alpaca and other farm favorites. Located by the Biosphere Pool. Please use the path through the Chefs Garden to access.
Take a walk along our picturesque on-property Nature Trail. The trail is approximately three miles long with some challenging uphill sections. Weather appropriate footwear is strongly recommended. Visit the Concierge Desk at Grand Cascades Lodge for the local trail brochure.
Pickleball is a cross between tennis & ping-pong and is ideal for any age and athletic ability. Matches can be played by singles or doubles.
The outdoor game deck offers recreation for adults and children all day long. Whether you like ping pong or billiards, fun is on deck. First come, first served. Parents must accompany children. Available to Grand Cascades Lodge guests only.
Come test your skills on our scenic 18-hole natural grass putting course, featuring multi-tiered greens and rolling terrain accentuated by rippling streams and colorful landscaping. First come, first served. See the Grand Cascades Lodge Front Desk for putters and balls. Adults must sign out equipment with driver’s license or credit card and must accompany children under the age of 16.
Did you know that the longest hiking-only trail in the world goes through New Jersey, just a few miles away from Crystal Springs. Follow in the footsteps of some of the world's most legendary hikers on part of the 2,200 mile Appalachian Trail. Choose from a leisurely, easy hike on the Boardwalk over the wetlands in the valley, or try the arduous hike up the Stairway to Heaven to the stunning Pinwheel Vista Lookout.
Take advantage of our introductory clinics conducted by the professional instructors at Leadbetter Golf Academy (LGA), and created to support and teach beginners the basics of this amazing sport. Ages 15 & over. Reserved guests will meet LGA at Black Bear Golf Club in Franklin NJ.
Crystal Springs Resort invites you to explore its world-renowned Wine Cellar, winner of the Wine Spectator Grand Award since 2006. Be dazzled by this architectural marvel which houses 6,000 labels featuring an extensive collection of 100-point wines spread out among nine chambers, as well as two opulently appointed dining rooms.
Schedule: Daily
Bring your group out for the popular activity of axe throwing! This modern sport involves throwing an axe at a wooden target, and attempting to hit as close to the bullseye as possible. Get your competitor hat on in this safe and fun environment. Session includes a trained guide who will show guests the responsible way to participate.
Join us for this exciting activity, suitable for first time and seasoned clay target shooters. Using a modified shotgun, participants fire an infared beam at reflective clays. Real, deactivated guns are used with realistic sound effects that instruct the shooter when they have hit the target. Full instruction and equipment is provided. Ideal for mature guests aged 12+.
With a variety of shopping venues, quaint antique stores, galleries and restaurants, the downtown of Warwick is not to be missed. Come discover friendly service, unique merchandise, exquisite finds and delectable dining. Just a short 20 minute drive from the Resort.
Welcome to the most scenic fishing hole in the area. There are few things as thrilling as that first tug on the line, the tip of the fishing pole nodding toward the water. Guided instruction and equipment is included. Parental supervision is required.
The morning yoga practice is the ideal way to start your day with our certified instructor. Stretch and strengthen, bring energy to the body and rejuvenate the nervous system. You'll feel invigorated for the rest of the day. This class is offered complimentary on a first come, first served basis.
Visit the Koi Pond adjacent to the Pro Shop & Vista 180° pool. This colorful ornamental species of fish enjoy warm water and one of the most beautiful pond fish available. Guests are asked to be patient as we take turns feeding the Koi. Free for hotel guests.
Join Artist in Residence Sue Roesner and create a beautiful floral painting utilizing acrylics on an 11x14 canvas. You will be guided step by step on everything from color mixing to composition as Sue leads you through to your final brush stroke. Suitable for serious artists (including beginners!).
Learn everything you’ve ever wondered about raising chickens with our own Farmer Keith! Meet some of his feathered friends as he shares fun facts, daily tasks and the benefits of raising these versatile animals! No charge, no reservations needed. Join us in the Amphitheater.
Ladies can enjoy a 45 minute clinic with one of the expert instructors from the Leadbetter Golf Academy. You'll also play a few holes of golf followed by a wine tasting paired with tasty hors d’oeuvres. This event is equally enjoyable for a first time golfer or the experienced player.
Guests and locals alike will enjoy fine weekend entertainment featuring gifted singers and musicians. Available evenings on the Fire & Water Terrace of Grand Cascades Lodge {weather permitting}.
Our Resort Photographer will take long exposure photos of your family as you make shapes or write words in the air using real sparklers. The results of this special effect method are awesome. Adult supervision required. First come, first served.
Join us for this fun family activity and get inspired by your favorite seasonal theme as you color a pre-made kite. Once completed, take it into our back field and see how high it will soar.
Start by taking a hike on the nature trail to pick up interesting leaves, pinecones and sticks . . . anything with a unique shape {even bring your favorite toy!} Then join together to create a work of art using cyanotype paper. We’ll place our items on the paper, expose it to the sun, and develop our prints in water. No reservations. All ages welcome. Parental assistance required.
Enjoy a tour of our 100% organic garden which was designed to be aesthetic and educational, plus supply seasonal bounty to Resort guests and day visitors. This inspiring outdoor venue includes beautiful organic vegetables, flowers, herbs and the Kittatinny Mountain Range as a back drop.
Join bee keeper JC from Bees, Birds & Bears Apiary as he discusses fun facts about how a bee colony develops, how they make honey and why they are so important to the food chain. Complimentary, no reservations needed.
Mandalas are formed by geometric patterns in beautiful colors – creating amazing artwork symbolizing the universe. Special mandala dotting tools are used. Come sooth your overworked mind in this healing class.
Take a behind the scenes tour of Black Dirt Distillery and learn about the start to finish process of making spirits such as bourbon, rye, grappa and more. The tours leave from the tasting room at Warwick Valley Winery & Distillery.
Space Farms Zoo & Museum is a 100-acre zoo and museum complex, and has over 500 live wild animals including lions, tigers, bears, leopards, jaguars, lemurs, buffalo, sheep, deer, goats, pigs, kangaroos, monkeys, llamas, hyenas, snakes and much more! Experience a different learning adventure every time you visit. The Space Farms Museum complex has 9 large museum buildings with over 50 antique cars, motorcycles, old horse-drawn carriages and sleighs, antiques and more. Just a 20 minute drive from the Resort.
If you have the spirit of adventure, jump from a plane at 14,500 ft. and NJ's premier skydiving destination.
Adventure awaits for beginner to experts at Mountain Creek Bike Park. The terrain is some of the best you’ll find on the East Coast. All with a full 1,040 feet of vertical serviced by a high speed open air gondola. The trails encompass rocky and rugged technical trails, rolling flow zones and more than 60 jumps and features.
Enhance your stay by visiting one of the many local farmer's markets located near the Resort. Select your favorite fresh fruits and vegetables, plus find fresh cider, pumpkins, jellies, butters, honey, and more.
Atsion Furnace to Beaver Dam is a 5 1/2 mile out and back trail located near Waterford, NJ and features a river, plus it's ideal for all skill levels. The trail is primarily used for hiking, nature trips, and bird watching.
Join us in the Fun Zone for a Meet and Greet with Resort Mascot Nugget. Nugget is a sweet-as-pie pony who loves to give hugs and get his hair brushed. Also, learn how to care for ponies from the Farmer.
Discover the wonders of our universe! View amazing celestial targets at night with a high-powered telescope while hunting for orbiting satellites soaring overhead. An informed, casual discussion will be themed based on the night's observable targets.
Enjoy a tasting of three distinctive wines selected by our Resort sommelier from our Wine Spectator Grand Award-winning cellar, along with a Q&A session. When you’ve finished, browse wines and related merchandise in The Curator.
Join one of our Resort mixologists to learn how to make delicious seasonal cocktails which you can then recreate at home!
N.J. is home to more than just the American Goldfinch, the beautiful golden-chested state bird. Although we're the 4th smallest state, there are over 325 species here! Come out with your binoculars to spot the distinctive red of a cardinal or the faded blue of a blue jay. Tune into their tweets and chirps as you peacefully enjoy the views.
This seasonal activity is sure to ‘quack’ you up! Gather at the Minerals outdoor pool for a fun race to the finish in giant rubber duck floats.
Gather at the Minerals outdoor pool to put your cannonball skills to the test! Whoever makes the biggest splash off the Minerals Cliff Jump is the winner!
Thrill seekers will love the reimagined Mountain Creek Waterpark! Enjoy a family-friendly activity with a focus on guest safety, with everyone enjoying their classic rides in a beautiful natural setting. Jump off the legendary Canyon Cliffs, navigate the Colorado River or float and relax in the wave pool. Outdoor summer fun is waiting just next door to Crystal Springs Resort.
Create your own Crystal Springs souvenir! Spark your creativity by using different color dyes to make a beautiful tie-dye tee shirt that you can wear to remember your trip.
A crowd favorite! First, work with our instructor as she makes slime from scratch and then use the slime to make an 11x14 canvas creation of your choosing!
Combine creativity with your green thumb! This activity entails painting a plant pot using felt tipped paint markers and planting a beautiful, hardy succulent within.
As fall approaches, you'll love visiting one of the scenic local orchards to pick-your-own apples for the perfect family bonding experience! Come early and avoid the crowds, plus pick up some fresh cider for the way home. Most orchards are located within a 15 minute car ride.
With leaves changing and fall in the air, there's nothing like wandering through an endless patch to find your perfect pumpkin. Discover a local farm with pumpkin picking and more just a short drive away.
TreEscape Aerial Adventure Ropes Courses is a unique blend of wooden platforms built high in the trees and connected by exhilarating combinations of rope walks, obstacles, climbing elements and zip lines all located in a beautiful forested setting. Located 5 minutes away from Minerals Hotel.
Enjoy having a seasonal photo taken against an attractive Resort background. Our professional photographer will be on site to capture a keepsake portrait that you can use for your holiday greeting card.
*Available only as an option with the December to Remember package.
The Winter Workshop is fun for all ages! Enjoy marshmallow roasting and the glow of our toasty fire pits. Children will love the pony rides, and big kids will have fun with a round of axe throwing. During the holiday season, guests can enjoy decorating a miniature tree plus a visit with Santa’s elves.
We invite you to come out for winter fun, and enjoy seasonal beverages to keep the chill away. This eco-friendly skating activity takes place on a high performance rink manufactured by Glice, one of the world’s leading producers of Swiss-engineered rinks. Please note that the Glice skating experience occurs on a synthetic ice surface and provides an alternate experience to traditional ice skating.
Let the spirit of the season take you to Frosty's Cantina & Winter Workshop, located at Minerals Hotel. At Frosty's Cantina, you'll enjoy your favorite signature cocktail or yummy winter beverage. From spiked hot chocolate to vanilla latte, flavored coffee to white winter sangria, we've got just the drink to warm your bones.
Compete against another team to see how close you can get your stones to the target.
Create the perfect keepsake or present at our Ornament Making Workshop. With two projects to choose from, we have something suitable for all ages.
Experience sliding on snow with no specialized equipment or lessons required! Friends and families can get together at nearby Mountain Creek to experience an exciting and thrilling day on one of the largest snow tubing parks in the area.
*Crystal Springs Resort is not able to take reservations for this activity.
Come out and enjoy snowshoeing with our knowledgeable guide. It’s great winter exercise, low impact and will allow you to extend your hiking and running season when the ground is snow covered.
Winter excitement awaits at nearby Mountain Creek, just down the road from our Resort. This first-class playground offers skiing for all levels on four mountain peaks, night skiing and snowboarding.
*Crystal Springs Resort is not able to take reservations for this activity.
A holiday tradition! Enjoy this sweet activity with friends or loved ones. Everything you need to make an elaborate Gingerbread House will be provided.
The Resort offers outdoor heated snow pools at both hotels. There's nothing like relaxing in balmy waters with scenic snow vistas surrounding you. And if you're feeling adventurous, jump out and make a snow angel!
