Winter Weekend Getaways From NYC If You Love The Cold
- Winter Weekend Getaways From NYC If You Love The Cold
- By: Veronica
- PUBLISHED November 20, 2025
- Bucket List Destinations, North America
For those who love winter, I know, we are a rare bunch; this one is for you. I have a few winter weekend getaways from NYC that you’ll want to check out. Take this opportunity to embrace frigid temperatures with lots of snowfall. From local ski getaways to epic winter wonderlands, find yourself hoping the groundhog wishes for 6 more weeks of winter.
Winter Weekend Getaways from NYC: In New York State
- Hunter Mountain: If funds are low this year, then Hunter Mountain is your go-to spot. This can also be a day trip, but save yourself the hassle and plan a proper weekend here to soak up all the snowy activities. From hiking at Kaaterskill Falls to peaking Slide Mountain and a place that resembles Finland without the thousand-dollar ticket, the surrounding Catskill area has so much to offer and is worth a visit. Visit Hunter Mountain today: https://www.huntermtn.com/
- Mountaindale, NY: Looking to rough it and test your wilderness and survival skills? Winter camping is something my dad has been trying to do for YEARS now, and something about the way the stars aligned made it the perfect time to make it happen. I knew that I was ready for the challenge, but are you? To brave it out in ungodly temperatures for an adventure of a lifetime was all worth it. Check out the complete guide here: Top Things to Do in Mountaindale





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Winter Weekend Getaways from NYC: Out-of-State/Country Adventures
- Mount Snow, Vermont: Mount Snow is first on the list because it’s the perfect distance from NYC, enough to be a weekend getaway, and that there is an epic ski mountain with trails perfect for beginners and experts alike. Coming here is like a winter wonderland. Where people drive snowmobiles around and spend their time skiing at Mount Snow. It’s quite literally the epitome of a winter wonderland. For all of this, I am already anticipating another trip here to get a perfect snowy weekend.
- Quebec: From skating in the iconic forest at Domaine Enchanteur, au Domaine de la Forêt Perdue, to a tour through the old city, Quebec is a great option for families looking to apres ski, learn and explore as much as partake in festive and snowy activities. Visiting picturesque Galciert Hotels like Hôtel de Glace and riding a classic toboggan at Dufferin Terrace Toboggan Slide, this warrants more than a weekend getaway, perhaps a week? Check it out and start booking your trips ASAP!
For the full list of activities to do in NYC, check it out here and start planning your epic winter getaways!
There You Have It
Planning and getting inspiration for your winter getaway trip has never been easier. With this guide of the best winter weekend getaways from NYC, find yourself texting the group chat and booking on the same day. I am already excited for you, and if you have a place in mind I didn’t mention, comment it below!
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Veronica