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Seasonal & Holidays

Where To Skate, Ski And Sled In And Around Portland

Feeling inspired by the Winter Games? Here are a few ways to get out, stay active and make the most of the season!

Ready for some winter adventure? From indoor skating to easy day trips for skiing, sledding and tubing, here’s where to find winter fun around Portland.
Ready for some winter adventure? From indoor skating to easy day trips for skiing, sledding and tubing, here’s where to find winter fun around Portland. (Shutterstock)

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

Troubh Ice Arena

Address: 225 Park Ave, Portland, ME 04102

Phone: (207) 774-8553

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Details: Troubh Ice Arena offers public skating sessions, lessons, and hockey programs at a full indoor rink. Located right in Portland, it’s the most convenient option for regular ice time throughout the winter.


Family Ice Center

Address: 20 Hat Trick Dr, Falmouth, ME 04105

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Phone: (207) 781-4200

Details: Falmouth Family Ice Center offers public skating sessions, hockey leagues, and learn-to-skate programs at a modern indoor rink. It’s about a 15-minute drive from Portland and is a convenient year-round option for additional ice time.


🎿 Skiing, Snowboarding & Tubing — Day Trips

Sunday River Resort

Address: 15 S Ridge Rd, Newry, ME 04261

Phone: (800) 543-2754

Details: Sunday River offers extensive skiing, snowboarding, and tubing terrain with a wide range of skill levels and multiple peaks. It’s about a 1.5–2 hour drive from Portland and one of Maine’s top winter sports destinations.


Sugarloaf

Address: 5092 Access Rd, Carrabassett Valley, ME 04947

Phone: (800) 843-5623

Details: Sugarloaf features some of the most expansive ski terrain in the Northeast along with snowboarding and tubing areas. It’s roughly a 2.5–3 hour drive from Portland and makes a great longer winter day trip or weekend getaway.


☃️ Outdoor Play & Sledding Spots

Snowy days in Portland bring people to nearby parks and open hills for sledding and winter fun. Public green spaces and neighborhood slopes see steady seasonal use.

Portland spots to consider:

  • Deering Oaks Park has gentle hills that locals often use for sledding when snow conditions allow. Its central location makes it an easy and popular in-town winter stop. (Source: City of Portland, Maine)

Further outdoors:

  • Fort Williams Park — Sloping lawns and open coastal terrain here can provide fun sledding spots once snow sticks. It’s about a 15–20 minute drive from Portland and offers scenic ocean views during winter outings.

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

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