A visit to High Point State Park was recommended to my family during a random, chance meeting with a stranger on the street, and it has served as a wonderful day trip destination just a short drive away in Sussex, New Jersey.

With outdoor adventures en vogue, High Point State Park is a great all-seasons destination. Featuring a spring-fed lake, miles of easy hiking trails—including a leg of the Appalachian Trail—and opportunities to fish, camp, picnic, swim, cross-country ski, go for a horseback ride, even dog sled, there are tons of activities for an active family to enjoy.

Read on for more details on the fun activities in this New Jersey state park, which may be worthy of a spot on our list of the best NJ parks and reservations for family-friendly fun.