Where To Skate, Ski And Sled In And Around Port Washington

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

Ozaukee Ice Center

Address: 5505 Pioneer Rd #144N, Mequon, WI 53097

Phone: (262) 305-9981

Details: Ozaukee Ice Center offers public skating sessions, hockey, and learn-to-skate programs in a full indoor rink. It’s about a 15-minute drive from Port Washington and is the closest year-round indoor skating option in the area.

Pettit National Ice Center

Address: 500 S 84th St, Milwaukee, WI 53214

Phone: (414) 266-0100

Details: Pettit National Ice Center features Olympic-size indoor ice rinks with public skating sessions, lessons, and speed skating events. It’s roughly a 35–40 minute drive from Port Washington and provides one of the largest indoor skating facilities in Wisconsin.

🎿 Skiing, Snowboarding & Tubing — Day Trips

The Mountain Top at Grand Geneva

Address: 7036 Grand Geneva Way, Lake Geneva, WI 53147

Phone: (262) 249-4726

Details: The Mountain Top offers downhill skiing, snowboarding, and snow tubing with terrain for a variety of skill levels. It’s about a 2 hour drive from Port Washington and is one of the most popular ski destinations in southeastern Wisconsin.

Cascade Mountain

Address: W10441 Cascade Mountain Rd, Portage, WI 53901

Phone: (608) 742-5588

Details: Cascade Mountain features skiing, snowboarding, and a dedicated tubing hill with long runs and a lift. It’s roughly a 2.5–3 hour drive from Port Washington and works well for a full winter day trip.

☃️ Outdoor Play & Sledding Spots

When snow blankets Port Washington, local parks and open hills quickly become neighborhood sledding spots. Community parks and natural areas see plenty of winter use.

Port Washington spots to consider:

• Upper Lake Park has open hills that can work well for sledding when snow conditions allow. Its location near the lake and open layout make it a convenient in-town winter play area. (Source: Port Washington, Wisconsin)

Further outdoors:

• Peninsula State Park — Spacious slopes and open hills here can provide longer sled runs once snow sticks. It’s about a 2-hour drive from Port Washington and offers a scenic winter setting along the Door County shoreline.

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

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