Where To Skate, Ski And Sled In And Around Gwinnett

Feeling inspired by the excitement of the Winter Games? You don’t have to travel far to get in on the seasonal spirit. Around Gwinnett, 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

Atlanta IceForum

Address: 2300 Satellite Blvd, Duluth, GA 30097

Phone: (770) 813-1010

Details: Atlanta IceForum offers year-round public skating sessions, hockey programs, and skating lessons in a large indoor facility. It’s located in Gwinnett County, making it one of the most convenient places locally to get on the ice.

Have An Ice Day

Address: 5039 W Broad St, Sugar Hill, GA 30518

Phone: (770) 554-7506

Details: Have An Ice Day is a family-friendly ice skating rink in Sugar Hill with a full-size ice surface suitable for public skating sessions and casual winter fun. It’s about a 15–20 minute drive from central Gwinnett County and gives you another locally focused ice skating option during the season.

🎿 Skiing, Snowboarding & Tubing — Day Trips

Cataloochee Ski Area

Address: 1080 Ski Lodge Rd, Maggie Valley, NC 28751

Phone: (828) 926-0285

Details: Cataloochee offers skiing, snowboarding, and tubing in the North Carolina mountains with approachable terrain. It’s about a 3.5 to 4-hour drive from Gwinnett County and is one of the closest true snow destinations in the Southeast.

Ober Mountain

Address: 1339 Ski Mountain Rd, Gatlinburg, TN 37738

Phone: (865) 436-5423

Details: Ober Mountain features skiing, snowboarding, snow tubing, and scenic mountain views above Gatlinburg. It’s roughly a 3.5 to 4.5-hour drive from Gwinnett County and works well for a winter weekend trip.

☃️ Outdoor Play & Sledding Spots

Winter in Gwinnett County brings cooler temperatures that make parks and trails more enjoyable for long walks and outdoor time. While sledding hills aren’t part of the local landscape, residents often head north for rare snow days.

Gwinnett spots to consider:

• Tribble Mill Park offers open fields, wooded trails, and lakeside views that are great for fresh air outings during cooler weather. Its wide space and natural setting make it a popular local park for winter walks. (Source: Gwinnett County)

Further outdoors:

• Amicalola Falls State Park — The varied terrain and higher elevation here can allow for occasional snow play when winter storms move through North Georgia. It’s about a 1.5-hour drive from Gwinnett County and offers a scenic mountain setting for a chilly-weather day trip.

Bundle up, stay safe and have fun wherever winter takes you!

This content is brought to our community by T-Mobile.