Seasonal & Holidays
Where To Skate, Ski And Sled In And Around Exeter
Feeling inspired by the Winter Games? Here are a few ways to get out, stay active and make the most of the season!
Feeling inspired by the excitement of the Winter Games? You don’t have to travel far to get in on the seasonal spirit. Around Exeter, 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
The Rinks at Exeter
Address: 40 Industrial Drive, Exeter, NH 03833
Phone: 603-775-7423
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Details: This in-town ice arena supports scheduled public skating alongside figure skating and hockey programs throughout the winter. Its location right in Exeter makes it an easy choice for regular ice time without needing to travel far.
Dover Ice Arena
Address: 110 Portland Ave, Dover, NH 03820
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Phone: (603) 516-6060
Details: Dover Ice Arena runs consistent public skate sessions and seasonal programming, offering flexibility when local ice times are limited. It’s about a 20-minute drive from Exeter and serves as a dependable nearby alternative.
🎿 Skiing, Snowboarding & Tubing — Day Trips
Gunstock Mountain Resort
Address: 719 Cherry Valley Rd, Gilford, NH 03249
Phone: (603) 293-4341
Details: Gunstock features lift-served skiing, snowboarding, and a large tubing complex, with snowmaking helping keep terrain active during colder stretches. It’s about a 1 hour 30-minute drive from Exeter and works well for a full winter day trip.
Pats Peak Ski Area
Address: 686 Flanders Rd, Henniker, NH 03242
Phone: (603) 428-3245
Details: Pats Peak operates a compact mountain with maintained ski trails and tubing lanes, adjusting offerings based on conditions. It’s about a 1 hour 15-minute drive from Exeter and is great for a straightforward winter outing.
☃️ Outdoor Play & Sledding Spots
Winter in Exeter brings cold air and periodic snowfall, and when snow settles, local open spaces take on a welcoming, wintry character. Even modest elevation and open ground can turn into worthy sledding areas when snow hits.Exeter spots to consider:
- Gilman Park adapts easily to winter weather, with open fields and subtle natural slopes that work for casual sledding and winter walks. Its location near downtown makes it easy to stop by after snowfall without planning a larger outing. (Source: Town of Exeter, New Hampshire)
Further outdoors:
- Stratham Hill Park — For broader hills and more consistent sledding terrain, Stratham Hill Park offers long open slopes that draw locals after snowstorms. It’s about a 15 to 20-minute drive from Exeter and provides a more expansive winter play option.
Bundle up, stay safe and have fun wherever winter takes you!
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