Besides its status as one of the oldest water parks, Mountain Creek is also among the largest. With about 24 attractions spread among its 36 acres, there's a sense of discovery as guests stumble upon yet another slide partially hidden in the forest-like setting. And while the park is heavy on the thrills, there are plenty of rides for less adventurous fun-seekers. The Hightide Wavepool is enormous and can accommodate a gaggle of swimmers seeking its surf or some between-waves heat relief. Small kids have their own mini lazy river (oddly, Mountain Creek doesn't have a lazy river for big'uns--a staple at nearly all other water parks) and plenty of other diversions.
There are lots of food stands and a decent variety of meals, but the prices are a bit steep. $2.75 for a bottle of water? Ouch. The park doesn't allow guests to bring in food, but does allow them to tote their own bottled water. Take them up on the offer.
Located about an hour from New York City, the northern New Jersey location has an enormous population base from which to draw. Intrawest, the company that owns the park and the entire mountain complex must appreciate the potential. It is investing a lot of capital in the park as well as the adjoining ski mountain. It also has ambitious plans to develop an entire mountain village with vacation homes, lodging, shops, galleries, clubs, and restaurants. That should bring lots of action to the rural New Jersey outpost.
Lodging at Black Creek Sanctuary
Previous page: Mountain Creek Overview
