Where To Skate, Ski And Sled In And Around Overland Park

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

Kansas City Ice Center

Address: 19900 Johnson Dr, Shawnee, KS 66218

Phone: (913) 441-3030

Details: Kansas City Ice Center hosts public skating sessions, hockey leagues, and learn-to-skate programs on an indoor rink. It’s roughly a 20 minute drive from Overland Park and provides another consistent indoor skating option during the winter months.

Crown Center Ice Terrace

Address: 2425 Grand Blvd, Kansas City, MO 64108

Phone: (816) 274-8411

Details: Crown Center Ice Terrace is a large outdoor seasonal rink that operates through the winter in downtown Kansas City with public skating and rentals available. It’s about a 25 minute drive from Overland Park and offers a classic open-air skating experience when open.

🎿 Skiing, Snowboarding & Tubing — Day Trips

Snow Creek Mountain Resort

Address: 1 Snow Creek Dr, Weston, MO 64098

Phone: (816) 640-2200

Details: Snow Creek offers skiing, snowboarding, and a snow tubing park with snowmaking and beginner-friendly terrain. It’s about a 1 hour drive from Overland Park and is the closest true downhill winter sports destination in the region.

Hidden Valley Ski Resort

Address: 17409 Hidden Valley Dr, Eureka, MO 63025

Phone: (636) 938-5373

Details: Hidden Valley features groomed ski and snowboard runs along with a tubing park and snowmaking throughout the season. It’s about a 4 hour drive from Overland Park and works best for a longer winter day trip or weekend getaway.

☃️ Outdoor Play & Sledding Spots

When snow hits and conditions are safe, parks and neighborhood hills around Overland Park become popular spots 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.

Overland Park spots to consider:

• Roe Park has one of the better-known sledding hills in the area, with a steady slope that provides good runs when snow sticks. Its central location and open layout make it a favorite for local snow days. (Source: City of Overland Park, Kansas)

Further outdoors:

• Wyandotte County Lake Park — This large park has rolling hills and open terrain that can work well for sledding and winter exploring when snowfall is sufficient, and it is about a 35 minute drive from Overland Park.

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

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