Where To Skate, Ski And Sled In And Around Hopkinton

Feeling inspired by the excitement of the Winter Games? You don’t have to travel far to get in on the seasonal spirit. Around Hopkinton, 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 25 minute drive from Hopkinton and is one of the most convenient year-round skating options in South County.

The Washington Trust Community Ice Rink

Address: 61 Main St, Westerly, RI 02891

Phone: (401) 388-4296

Details: This seasonal downtown Westerly rink operates during the winter months with public skating and rentals available. It’s roughly a 20 minute drive from Hopkinton 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 snow tubing with beginner-friendly terrain and snowmaking. It’s about a 35 minute drive from Hopkinton 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 scenic lake views. It’s roughly a 2 hour 30 minute drive from Hopkinton and works well for a longer winter day trip or weekend getaway.

☃️ Outdoor Play & Sledding Spots

When a good snowfall settles across southern Rhode Island, open fields and gentle hills near Hopkinton turn into favorite places for sledding and relaxed winter fun. It’s always a good idea to check town or state park updates before heading out so you know conditions are safe and accessible.

Hopkinton spots to consider:

• Crandall Field has open grassy areas and mild slopes that locals use for sledding and snow play when snow covers the ground. Its central village location makes it an easy, close-to-home choice for a quick winter outing. (Source: Hopkinton, RI)

Further outdoors:

• Burlingame State Park— This large park near Watchaug Pond offers rolling terrain and open clearings that can work well for sledding and winter exploring when snow sticks, and it is about a 15 minute drive from Hopkinton.

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

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