Where To Skate, Ski And Sled In And Around Urbandale

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

Brenton Skating Plaza

Address: 520 Robert D. Ray Dr, Des Moines, IA 50309

Phone: (515) 283-4233

Details: Brenton Skating Plaza is a seasonal outdoor ice rink along the Des Moines Riverwalk offering public skating sessions and rentals during the winter months. It’s about a 20 minute drive from Urbandale and provides a festive downtown skating experience when open.

RecPlex Ice Arena

Address: 6500 Grand Ave, West Des Moines, IA 50266

Phone: (515) 440-4819

Details: The MidAmerican Energy RecPlex features indoor ice rinks that host public skating sessions, figure skating, and hockey programs throughout the winter season. It’s roughly a 15 minute drive from Urbandale and is one of the most modern indoor skating facilities in the Des Moines metro.

🎿 Skiing, Snowboarding & Tubing — Day Trips

Seven Oaks Recreation

Address: 1086 222nd Dr, Boone, IA 50036

Phone: (515) 432-9457

Details: Seven Oaks operates a snow tubing hill and winter recreation area when weather allows, offering a fun tubing experience close to central Iowa. It’s about a 45 minute drive from Urbandale and is one of the closest snow play destinations in the region.

Chestnut Mountain Resort

Address: 8700 W Chestnut Mountain Rd, Galena, IL 61036

Phone: (800) 397-1320

Details: Chestnut Mountain Resort features downhill skiing, snowboarding, and snow tubing with snowmaking across multiple runs overlooking the Mississippi River. It’s about a 4 hour drive from Urbandale, making it better suited for a full winter weekend trip.

☃️ Outdoor Play & Sledding Spots

When snow hits and conditions are safe, parks and open hills around Urbandale become popular places for sledding and winter play. Check local park updates before heading out so you have the most up-to-date information on snow and access conditions.

Urbandale spots to consider:

• Walker Johnston Park has open fields and gentle hills that are used for sledding and snow play when snowfall is enough to cover the ground. Its central location and wide layout make it a convenient local choice for winter fun. (Source: Catch Des Moines)

Further outdoors:

• Jester Park— This large county park has rolling terrain and open spaces that can work well for sledding and winter exploring when snow accumulates, and it is about a 25 minute drive from Urbandale.

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

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