Outdoor fun takes the chill off of winter in Orange County

HARRIMAN — Warm up to winter with fun outdoor experiences in Orange County.
Get away to ski slopes, ice rinks, horseback riding stables, and hiking and mountain biking trails that deliver fresh air, fitness and fantastic views.
Some outdoor recreation opportunities in Orange County include:
Bear Mountain Ice Rink, Seven Lakes Drive, Bear Mountain
Open through early March, this outdoor rink offers public and private skating sessions.
• www.bearmountainicerink.com
Juckas Stables, 1204 Route 302, Bullville
Enjoy a horseback ride among the 117 acres of trails winding through the breathtaking countryside. Novice and seasoned riders will enjoy spending time with the gentle, responsive, and well-kept horses.
Lessons are available to people of all abilities in addition to hiring horses by the hour.
• www.juckasstables.com
Fancher-Davidge Park, 130 Lake Ave., Middletown
This large lake is big enough to accommodate ice hockey and family skating sessions.
No skate rentals. Open to the public, weather permitting.
Admission is free and lights are available for night skating.
• www.middletown-ny.com/en/departments/recreation-parks
Mount Peter Ski Area, 51 Old Mount Peter Road, Warwick
Head to Mount Peter this winter for skiing, tubing, snowboarding, and lessons. Fourteen trails with three chair lifts, one carpet lift, and one rope tow. One hundred percent snowmaking. Night skiing.
Rentals available.
Free beginner lessons on weekends and holidays. Weekend and after-school programs. Café, pub, and two lodges.
• www.mtpeter.com
Port Jervis Watershed Trails and Park, Elks-Brox Memorial Park, Port Jervis
Explore the park’s more than 35 miles of hiking and biking trails through mountain biking, cross-country skiing, or snowshoeing.
Open year-round, these family- and pet-friendly trails offer beautiful views of New York. New Jersey and Pennsylvania.
• www.discoverportjervis.com/watershed-park
West Point Ski, 732 Victor Constant Road, West Point
Named for Capt. S. Victor Constant, this ski area on the grounds of West Point Military Academy offers skiing for all ages.
Lessons, daily, and season passes are available.
• westpoint.armymwr.com
A comprehensive listing of area attractions, lodging, and events can be found at www.OrangeTourism.org. Like Orange County Tourism on Facebook for the latest news on local happenings.