Where To Skate, Ski And Sled In And Around Charlestown

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

Boss Ice Arena

Address: 1 Keaney Rd, Kingston, RI 02881

Phone: (401) 874-4988

Details: Boss Ice Arena at the University of Rhode Island offers public skating sessions, lessons, and hockey programs on an indoor rink. It’s about a 20–25 minute drive from Charlestown and is one of the most convenient year-round skating options in the area.

The Washington Trust Community Skating Center

Address: 61 Main St, South Kingstown, RI 02879

Phone: (401) 388-4296

Details: This seasonal outdoor rink hosts public skating sessions in a town-center setting during the winter months. It’s roughly a 25-minute drive from Charlestown and provides a festive outdoor skating experience when open.

🎿 Skiing, Snowboarding & Tubing — Day Trips

Yawgoo Valley Ski Area

Address: 160 Yawgoo Valley Rd, Exeter, RI 02822

Phone: (401) 294-3802

Details: Yawgoo Valley offers skiing, snowboarding, and tubing with beginner-friendly terrain and snowmaking. It’s about a 35-minute drive from Charlestown and is Rhode Island’s closest downhill winter sports option.

Mount Sunapee Resort

Address: 1398 Route 103, Newbury, NH 03255

Phone: (603) 763-3500

Details: Mount Sunapee features skiing, snowboarding, and snow tubing with a range of terrain and lake views. It’s roughly a 2.5–3 hour drive from Charlestown and works well for a longer winter day trip or weekend getaway.

☃️ Outdoor Play & Sledding Spots

Snowy conditions in Charlestown send people to open fields and gentle hills for sledding and time outdoors. Parks and natural areas throughout the region see steady winter use.

Charlestown spots to consider:

• Ninigret Park has wide open grassy areas that can work for sledding when snow conditions allow. Its large layout and easy access make it a practical local place for winter activity. (Source: Charlestown, RI)

Further outdoors:

• Burlingame State Park — Rolling terrain and open clearings here can support longer sled runs when snow sticks. It’s about a 15–20 minute drive from Charlestown and offers a scenic wooded setting near Watchaug Pond.

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

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