Where To Skate, Ski And Sled In And Around Apple Valley

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

Apple Valley Sports Arena

Address: 14452 Hayes Rd, Apple Valley, MN 55124

Phone: (952) 953-2366

Details: Apple Valley Sports Arena offers indoor ice skating with public sessions and skate rentals during the winter season. The facility also hosts learn-to-skate programs and hockey leagues, making it a central winter activity hub right in Apple Valley.

Burnsville Ice Center

Address: 251 Civic Center Pkwy, Burnsville, MN 55337

Phone: (952) 895-4651

Details: Burnsville Ice Center features public skating sessions and skate rentals along with hockey and community events on its indoor ice surface. It’s about a 10-minute drive from Apple Valley and serves as a great nearby option for winter skating fun.

🎿 Skiing, Snowboarding & Tubing — Day Trips

Hyland Hills Ski Area

Address: 1018 West Bluemound Rd, Bloomington, MN 55431

Phone: (763) 694-7700

Details: Hyland Hills Ski Area features skiing and snowboarding terrain with night skiing and lessons for all levels. It’s a well-known local ski area about an hour’s drive from Apple Valley, making it a solid winter sports day trip.

Wild Mountain

Address: 107 Wild Mountain Rd, Taylors Falls, MN 55084

Phone: (651) 465-6363

Details: Wild Mountain offers downhill skiing, snowboarding, and tubing with multiple runs and lifts in a scenic setting. The resort provides snowmaking and terrain parks, and it’s roughly a 1.5-hour drive from Apple Valley for a full winter adventure.

☃️ Outdoor Play & Sledding Spots

Winter around Apple Valley brings chilly weather and plenty of chances for outdoor play when snowfall accumulates. Local parks with gentle hills and open space offer easy spots for sledding and casual snow fun close to home.

Apple Valley spots to consider:

• Apple Valley East Park has rolling green areas and accessible slopes that make it a go-to spot for sledding and winter play when snow sticks. The park’s central location in town makes it easy to reach for quick outdoor fun without needing to travel far. (Source: Apple Valley, MN)

Further outdoors:

• Lebanon Hills Regional Park — For a more robust winter experience with larger hills and sledding terrain, head over to Lebanon Hills Regional Park in nearby Eagan and Apple Valley. This expansive park features woods, open fields, and hills often used for sledding, hiking, and winter exploration, and is just about 10 to 15 minutes from central Apple Valley.

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

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