19 miles apart · New Jersey
Mountain Creek vs Campgaw Mountain
Two New Jersey tubing parks 19 miles apart that both require reservations; one is the state's largest and the other the cheaper option.
Bottom line: Pick Mountain Creek for 30 lanes and a magic carpet, and Campgaw for a lower price, 2-hour sessions and a surface lift, as long as everyone is 48 inches tall.
| Feature | Mountain Creek | Campgaw Mountain Ski Area |
|---|---|---|
| Location | Vernon, NJ | Mahwah, NJ |
| Lanes | 30 | Not published |
| Lift back up | Magic carpet / conveyor | Surface lift |
| Night tubing | No | Not published |
| Snowmaking | Yes | Yes |
| Reservations | Required | Required |
| Minimum age / height | 42" tall | 48" tall |
| Starting price | From $49.99 | From $33 |
Facts come from each park's official site and are re-checked each season; prices are the lowest published rate.
Choose Mountain Creek if…
- You want scale. Mountain Creek in Vernon lists 30 lanes and is tagged the largest tubing park in NJ.
- You want a Thursday-to-Sunday schedule. Its record lists operation from Thursday through Sunday, with a rule against linking tubes after dark.
- You have shorter kids. Riders between 36 and 42 inches can ride tandem with an adult.
Choose Campgaw Mountain Ski Area if…
- Price matters. Campgaw Mountain Ski Area lists $33 Monday to Thursday, versus $49.99 at Mountain Creek.
- Your riders are all 48 inches or taller, its minimum height.
- You like a varied hill. Campgaw offers runs with different rollers and pitch.
Worth knowing before you go
Mountain Creek’s sessions are 2 hours, with a food truck at the hill and a lodge on a 10 to 15 minute walk. Reservations must be bought online in advance.
Campgaw’s sessions are 2 hours on weekdays, with a 1-hour option on some weekends. Tickets go on sale 14 days ahead, sessions sell out quickly, and late cancellations carry a $10 fee. A surface lift carries riders uphill, and ski boots are not allowed.
Our records do not list night tubing for either park, so confirm evening hours if that matters. See more options on the New Jersey page.
Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper?
Campgaw lists $33 Monday to Thursday. Mountain Creek lists $49.99 for a 2-hour slot.
What is the height minimum at each?
Campgaw requires 48 inches. Mountain Creek requires 42 inches to ride alone, and riders between 36 and 42 inches ride with an adult.
Are reservations required?
Yes at both. Mountain Creek requires online reservations, and Campgaw says online purchase is highly recommended and sessions sell out.
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