Seasonal & Holidays
Where To Skate, Ski And Sled In And Around Petaluma
Feeling inspired by the Winter Games? Here are a few ways to get out, stay active and make the most of the season!
Feeling inspired by the excitement of the Winter Games? You don’t have to travel far to get in on the seasonal spirit. Around Petaluma, you’ll find places where families can lace up skates, enjoy indoor winter fun, or plan easy day trips to nearby skiing, tubing or sledding spots. Whether you’re looking to stay close to home or head out for a weekend adventure, these ideas can help you make the most of the season. Just be sure to double-check hours, weather conditions and reservation details before heading out.
⛸️ Ice Skating & Indoor Winter Fun
Snoopy’s Home Ice
Address: 1667 W Steele Ln, Santa Rosa, CA 95403
Phone: (707) 546-7147
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Details: Snoopy’s Home Ice is a beloved North Bay landmark offering public skating sessions, lessons, and a cozy rink atmosphere inspired by Charles Schulz. It’s a fun option for all ages and is about a 30–35 minute drive from Petaluma, making it an easy winter outing when you’re craving nostalgic ice-skating vibes.
Yerba Buena Ice Skating & Bowling Center
Address: 750 Folsom St, San Francisco, CA 94107
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Phone: (415) 820-3500
Details: Located in the heart of San Francisco, Yerba Buena offers indoor ice skating year-round with a lively city backdrop. It’s about an hour drive from Petaluma, but well worth the trip. The center is ideal for those looking to turn their ice skating adventure into a full day trip.
🎿 Skiing, Snowboarding & Tubing — Day Trips
Tahoe Donner Snow Play Area
Address: 1850 Alder Creek Rd, Truckee, CA 96161
Phone: (530) 587-9437
Details: Tahoe Donner’s Snow Play Area is perfect for families, offering dedicated tubing lanes and gentle snow play zones without the intensity of a full-on ski resort. It’s approximately a 3.5–4 hour drive from Petaluma, making it a solid overnight or long weekend winter escape.
Sugar Bowl Resort
Address: 629 Sugar Bowl Rd, Norden, CA 95724
Phone: (530) 426-9000
Details: Sugar Bowl Resort delivers classic Sierra Nevada skiing and snowboarding with scenic terrain and a relaxed mountain feel. With runs for beginners through advanced skiers, it’s about a 4-hour drive from Petaluma and well worth it for a full-on winter wonderland-inspired adventure.
☃️ Outdoor Play & Sledding Spots
When winter storms bring snow to higher elevations and conditions are safe, nearby parks and open spaces become popular for sledding and snow play. Be sure to always check local park alerts and weather conditions before heading out.
Nearby spots to consider:
Open hills and park spaces in higher-elevation areas near Sonoma County and the North Bay foothills are often used informally for sledding after snowfall, and many are within a 45–90 minute drive from Petaluma, depending on snow levels. (Source: Sonoma County Tourism)
Further outdoors:
Lake Tahoe Region — In addition to resorts, the Tahoe area offers open snow play zones, scenic winter hiking, and cross-country skiing opportunities. It's about a 4-hour drive from Petaluma when road conditions allow.
Bundle up, stay safe and have fun wherever winter takes you!
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