Where To Skate, Ski And Sled In And Around Chelsea

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

Ice Cube Chelsea

Address: 501 Coliseum Dr, Chelsea, MI 48118

Phone: (734) 433-4444

Details: Ice Cube Chelsea offers public skating sessions, figure skating lessons, and hockey programs at a full indoor rink. Located right in Chelsea, it’s the most convenient option for regular local ice time.

Veterans Memorial Park Ice Arena

Address: 2150 Jackson Ave, Ann Arbor, MI 48103

Phone: (734) 794-6235

Details: This Ann Arbor rink hosts public skating, hockey leagues, and learn-to-skate classes throughout the season. It’s about a 20-minute drive from Chelsea and provides frequent public skate availability.

🎿 Skiing, Snowboarding & Tubing — Day Trips

Mt. Brighton Ski Area

Address: 4141 Bauer Rd, Brighton, MI 48116

Phone: (810) 229-9581

Details: Mt. Brighton offers skiing, snowboarding, and terrain park features with reliable snowmaking. It’s about a 35–40 minute drive from Chelsea and is one of the closest downhill winter sports options.

Boyne Mountain Resort

Address: 1 Boyne Mountain Rd, Boyne Falls, MI 49713

Phone: (855) 688-7024

Details: Boyne Mountain features extensive ski terrain, snowboarding, and tubing hills along with a full winter resort atmosphere. It’s roughly a 3.5–4 hour drive from Chelsea and works well for a full weekend winter trip.

☃️ Outdoor Play & Sledding Spots

Snowy weather in Chelsea brings people to nearby parks and hills for sledding and winter activity. Open spaces throughout the area stay active during cold-weather stretches.

Chelsea spots to consider:

• Timbertown Park has open grassy slopes that can work for sledding when snow conditions allow. Its location within town makes it an easy place to head for a quick snow day outing. (Source: City of Chelsea, Michigan)

Further outdoors:

• Waterloo Recreation Area — Rolling terrain and open clearings here can support longer sled runs when snow sticks. It’s about a 15–20 minute drive from Chelsea and offers a scenic natural setting for winter play without heading to a ski resort.

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

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