Does your better half love to spend time outdoors? Then forget about planning a traditional date like dinner and a movie on Valentine’s Day. This year plan a special day or getaway they’re sure to love! Get inspired with a list of our favorite outdoor dates in the Northeast, not in any specific order.
- Go on a Bike Adventure: Go on an adventure biking with the one you love. Pick a park and trail with great views, like Kittatinny Valley State Park in Andover, NJ which features glacial lakes, limestone outcroppings, and trails on former railroads. Pack a snack and don’t forget the water for an amazing day.
- Plan the Perfect Hike: Spend the day with your significant other hiking in the Great Outdoors! Pick a trail with great views, like the Champney Falls Trailhead that accesses the beautiful Champney and Pitcher Falls, and also leads to the summit of Mt. Chocorua. The trailhead is located 10 miles West of Conway, NH. Pack a picnic with fruit, sandwiches, and something to drink for an unforgettable day.
- Snowshoe in a Picturesque Spot: Do you and your better half like to snowshoe? Then pick a trail that is surrounded with stunning views, like one of the thirty-four at the Slide Mountain Wilderness in New Paltz, NY. Slide Mountain, the tallest peak in all the Catskills, inspired poet and naturalist John Burroughs to write; "Here the works of man dwindle, in the heart of the southern Catskills." A plaque commemorating both the man and the mountain graces the face of the summit rock. Pack some snacks and maybe even some sandwiches to eat during a rest, and don’t forget and extra blanket to snuggle up in and enjoy the view.
- Plan a Mountain Getaway at a Ski Resort: There’s always one place that comes to mind when thinking of a romantic mountain weekend…the Poconos in Pennsylvania. Offering everything from skiing to ziplining, as well as ice fishing, hiking, golf, and more. This will be an adventure-filled experience that both of you will never forget! With plenty of resorts to choose from, Skytop Lodge is upscale, with rooms and suites available in the main lodge or choose a streamside cottage for more privacy.
- Book a Romantic Log Cabin Getaway: Does your significant other love camping, or do they just need to get away from the everyday hustle and bustle? Then go all out and plan a romantic weekend outdoors, complete with a log cabin! You can find log cabin rentals with a wide range of amenities, including some within an hour driving distance or less of ski resorts, while others are extremely secluded. Choose the options that best suit your needs.
Whether it’s Valentine’s Day or just a normal date, ditch the ordinary and create an extraordinary time that the both of you will always remember!
Gear up for an Adventure with Ramsey Outdoor!
