Where To Skate, Ski And Sled In And Around Springfield

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

Brightspeed Ice Park

Address: 635 E Trafficway St, Springfield, MO 65802

Phone: (417) 866-7444

Details: Brightspeed Ice Park is Springfield’s main indoor ice facility with public skating sessions, figure skating programs, and youth and adult hockey leagues throughout the winter season. It’s located right in downtown Springfield and is the go-to local destination for ice skating and indoor winter fun.

Ice Skating at Big Cedar Lodge

Address: 190 Top of the Rock Rd, Ridgedale, MO 65739

Phone: (800) 225-6343

Details: Big Cedar Lodge hosts a seasonal outdoor ice skating rink on the Swimmin’ Hole Lawn during the winter months, complete with festive lights and scenic Ozark views. It’s a fun seasonal experience about a 1 hour 45 minute drive from Springfield that pairs well with a winter getaway or holiday outing.

🎿 Skiing, Snowboarding & Tubing — Day Trips

Snow Creek Mountain Resort

Address: 1 Snow Creek Dr, Weston, MO 64098

Phone: (816) 640-2200

Details: Snow Creek is one of the closest places for downhill skiing, snowboarding, and snow tubing when winter weather cooperates. It’s geared toward beginner and intermediate riders and makes a solid snow day trip about a 3 hour 30 minute drive from Springfield.

Hidden Valley Ski Resort

Address: 17409 Hidden Valley Dr, Eureka, MO 63025

Phone: (636) 938-5373

Details: Hidden Valley offers groomed ski and snowboard runs along with a tubing park and snowmaking throughout the season. It’s another Midwest winter sports option about a 3 hour 45 minute drive from Springfield for a longer snow-focused getaway.

☃️ Outdoor Play & Sledding Spots

When snow hits and conditions are safe, Springfield parks and neighborhood hills become favorite 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.

Springfield spots to consider:

• Phelps Grove Park has one of the best-known sledding hills in Springfield, with a steady slope that gives fun runs when snow sticks. Its central location and open layout make it a popular gathering place for local winter fun after a snowfall. (Source: Springfield-Greene County Park Board)

Further outdoors:

• Roaring River State Park — This scenic state park in the Ozarks has open areas and natural hills that can work for sledding and winter exploring when snow accumulates, and it is about a 1 hour 30 minute drive from Springfield.

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

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