From the majestic Delaware Water Gap to the hallowed and -historic grounds of Jockey Hollow in Morristown, from the home of equestrian champions and the fruitful fields of New Jersey's agricultural community, the Skylands Region is paradise, located less than 40 miles from Manhattan.

Nature lovers will delight as they hike the Kittatinny Mountains, or visit Lake Hopatcong, and the Great Swamp National Wildlife Refuge. The Raptor Trust in Millington rehabilitates injured birds of prey, while the Lakota Wolf Preserve at Camp Taylor, Columbia, lets you see wolves in their natural habitat.

You and your family can explore the Franklin Mineral Museum and Mine Replica in Franklin, and the Sterling Hill Mining museum in Ogdensburg and see their fluorescent mineral exhibits. Space Farms Zoo, The Land of Make Believe and Wild West City provide wonder and excitement for children of all ages. And Mountain Creek Resort thrills all year round, whether its downhill skiing and snowboarding in the winter, or refreshing water rides in the summer.

As the Crossroads of the American Revolution, New Jersey can truly claim that George Washington slept here! Some of these historic sites include Morristown National Historic Park, The Wallace House in Somerset and Rockingham in Rocky Hill. Mix history and pleasure at the 18th century Historic Village of Waterloo. Blacksmiths, millers and artisans exhibit their work near a Lenni Lenape Village and among a cornucopia of musical entertainment and crafts shows.

Fairs, festivals and flowers are everywhere in the Skylands. Perennial favorites include the beauty of Duke Gardens, Lambertville's Shad Fest and the brilliant display of color at the Quick Chek New Jersey Festival of Ballooning. Catch a ride through our summer skies and get a panor-amic view of the Skylands Region.

Discover the Jersey Arts at the Morris Museum or at Madison's renowned New Jersey Shakespeare Festival. Be inspired by the Peters Valley Craftsmen in Layton or 'shop till you drop' at country antique centers in Lambertville, Frenchtown and Chester. Liberty Village's quality outlets in Flemington and the upscale Bridgewater Commons offer a diversity of world-class designers and unique specialty stores.

Cozy bed and breakfasts and historic inns, tasteful wineries and fabulous farm stands are all waiting for you in the majestic Skylands.

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