Where To Skate, Ski And Sled In And Around Columbus

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

OhioHealth Chiller North

Address: 8144 Highfield Dr, Lewis Center, OH 43035

Phone: (740) 549-0009

Details: OhioHealth Chiller North hosts public skating sessions, lessons, and hockey programs at a full indoor rink. It’s about a 20–25 minute drive from downtown Columbus and is one of the most consistent year-round skating options in the area.

The Chiller Ice Rinks

Address: 7001 Dublin Park Dr, Dublin, OH 43016

Phone: (614) 764-1000

Details: The Chiller Ice Rinks offers public skate times, figure skating lessons, and youth hockey leagues. It’s roughly a 20-minute drive from central Columbus and provides another reliable indoor rink choice.

🎿 Skiing, Snowboarding & Tubing — Day Trips

Mad River Mountain

Address: 1000 Snow Valley Rd, Zanesfield, OH 43360

Phone: (800) 231-7669

Details: Mad River Mountain features skiing, snowboarding, and snow tubing with a mix of beginner and intermediate terrain. It’s about a 1.5-hour drive from Columbus and is the closest full-service ski area.

Snow Trails

Address: 3100 Possum Run Rd, Mansfield, OH 44903

Phone: (419) 774-9818

Details: Snow Trails offers skiing, snowboarding, and tubing with varied terrain and reliable snowmaking. It’s roughly a 1-hour drive from Columbus and works well for a winter day trip.

☃️ Outdoor Play & Sledding Spots

After a snowfall, parks and rolling hills around Columbus become popular spots for sledding and winter activity. Outdoor spaces across the city see steady cold-weather use.

Columbus spots to consider:

• Goodale Park has gentle grassy slopes that locals sometimes use for sledding when snow conditions allow. Its central location makes it a convenient in-town option for winter fun. (Source: Friends of Goodale Park)

Further outdoors:

• Hocking Hills State Park — Forested hills and open clearings here can allow for longer sled runs when snow sticks. It’s about a 1-hour drive from Columbus and offers a scenic natural setting for a winter outing beyond the city.

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

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