Skiing,
Sledding,
Skating, and Such!
Compiled by
Just Add Kids
Get ready and plan for Snow Much Fun! Just Add Kids annual guide to winter activity destinations. Please call ahead to confirm destination times, rates, etc.
Snow Much Fun!
Cross-Country Skiing
Big Foot Beach State Park (1452 Well Street, Lake Geneva)
Bring your own cross-country skis and ski for free on the park’s more than 6 miles of groomed trails. Trail takes you through forest and open meadow. A half-mile self-guided nature trail has interpretive signs describing native wildlife and their habitats. The natural beauty of the park can be found in its panoramic view of Geneva Lake and winding trails.
Fox River Park (9521 304th Avenue, Burlington)
Bring your own skis and ski for free. Cross country skiing is allowed on all trails. Not groomed. Call (262)857-1869 for more info.
Havenwoods State Forest (6141 Hopkins Street, Milwaukee)
Come for a leisurely stroll along 6 miles of looped trails in Wisconsin’s only urban forest. Trails are not groomed. The terrain at Havenwoods is flat, providing a good place for beginners. Call (414)527-0232 for more info.
Racine County Wisconsin Bike Trails (various trail heads in southeastern Wisconsin)
Trail activities include cross country skiing in the winter. Bring your own skis and ski for free. Trails are a mix of old railroad corridors, some surfaces are paved and others are crushed stone. Some wooded segments, other segments go through dense neighborhoods. Find the trail best suited for you!
Minooka County Park (1927 E. Sunset Drive, Waukesha)
Bring your own skis and ski for free along 6 miles (3 loops) of trails. Groomed for skate/freestyle and classical/diagonal; beginner & intermediate skier. Gentle, rolling terrain; mix of woods & open fields; no shelter; outhouse. Open sunrise to 10pm. Waukesha County sticker required, purchase at park. Call (262) 896-8006 for more info.
The Mountain Top, Lake Geneva (7036 Grand Geneva Way, Lake Geneva)
Bring your own cross-country skis and ski for $10 trail pass, 10am-4pm. Also available, cross country ski rental. Call (262)249-4726 for more info.
Petrifying Springs (4909 7th Street, Kenosha)
Bring your own cross-country skis and ski for free. Cross-country skiing on all trails. Open 7am -10pm daily. Call (262)857-1869 for more info.
Pringle Nature Center at Bristol Woods County Park (9800 – 160th Avenue, Bristol)
Bring your own cross-country skis and ski for free. Trails are shared with snowshoers. Call (262) 857-8008 for more info.
Richard Bong State Recreation Area (26313 Burlington Road, Kansasville)
Bring your own cross-country skis and ski for free along the 16 miles of ungroomed trails. Vehicle admission sticker required to enter rec area, WI licence/$7 daily, out of state licence/$10 daily. Trails all start and end at the Trailhead parking lot. This lot is located just east of the Visitor Center parking lot and is marked with a “Trailhead Parking Lot” sign. Skiers use trails south of Hwy BB or blue and green trails south of Hwy 142. Call (262)878-5600 for more info.
River Bend Nature Center (3600 N. Green Bay Road, Racine)
Bring your own cross-country skis and ski for free. Otherwise, cross-country skis available for rent for $10.00/person per session. Cross Country Ski equipment includes skis, poles and boots. All rentals are weather permitting and are on a first come, first served basis. Rental equipment must be returned to the office 30 minutes before closing time. Rental equipment must be used on River Bend grounds only. River Bend Nature Center does not accept credit cards – check or cash only. Call (262)639-1515 for more info.
White River County Park (6503 Sheridan Springs Road, Lake Geneva) Bring your own and ski for free at the County's largest and newest park opened in July 2014. With nearly 200 acres and two miles of frontage along the White River, this park features almost five miles of already developed walking trails, cross-country skiing and snowshoeing are welcome.
Whitnall Park (5879 S. 92 Street, Franklin)
Bring your own and ski for free. Call (414)525-4765 for more info.
UW-Parkside Ski Trail (Kenosha County Road JR, east of Highway 31/Green Bay Road)
Bring your own and ski for free. There is a total of approximately 5 miles of trail here, but there are also many more miles of ungroomed trails across the street at Petrifying Springs Park. Park in Petrifying Springs Parking lot on the north side of the street. Trail is unmarked on the south side of JR.
Washington Park Municipal Golf Course (2205 Washington Road, Kenosha)
Golf course is closed for the season. Bring your own and ski for free.
Downhill Skiing/Snowboarding
Alpine Valley (W2501 County Road D, Elkhorn)
The ski hill provides diverse terrain for beginner ease, challenging expert runs and a full featured Terrain Park. Three high speed Quad Advanced Chair lift systems mean less time in line and more time on the snow. Four wonder carpet lifts and certified professional instructors will help you learn a new sport or improve your skills to enjoy learning for all ages and levels. There are over 90 skiable acres with 20 Runs, a vertical drop of 388 feet, and the longest run is 3,000 feet. Features on-site ski-in/ski-out rooms with a full service Bistro for dining and free weekend family movie nights. Call (262)642-7374 for more info.
The Mountain Top, Lake Geneva (7036 Grand Geneva Way, Lake Geneva)
Enjoy skiing and snowboarding all winter long with our snow-making capabilities, Three chairlifts and two carpet lifts. Take Skiing and snowboarding lessons by professional ski instructors available for kids or adults. Night time skiing available. Days, prices and hours very. Ski & snowboard rental is available. Call (262)249-4726 for more info.
The Rock Sports Complex (7900 W. Crystal Ridge Drive, Franklin)
The Rock Snowpark offers trails, jumps, and downhill skiing for all experience levels. Whether this is your first time trying skiing, or you’ve been on the ski slopes for years, we’re sure you will enjoy our Milwaukee ski hills. Daily hours for downhill skiing and snowboarding. Days, prices and hours very. Ski & snowboard rental is available. Call (414)529-7676 for more info.
Wilmot Mountain (11931 Fox River Road, Wilmot)
The facility features 25 unique runs with varied terrain for all skiers and snowboarders. Lift ticket prices and hours vary. Ski and/or snowboard equipment rentals available and vary. Ski school opportunities. Call (262)862-2301 for more info.
Extreme Options
Lake Geneva Canopy Tours: Zip Line (N3219 County Road H, Lake Geneva)
Zoom through snow-covered trees on a zip line. Bundle up for the 2.5 hour ride which includes 8 lines, 5 sky bridges, 3 spiral stairways and a double helix stairway that wraps around an ash tree. Call (262) 248-9271 for more info.
Dan Patch Stables: Horse Trail Rides (3002 Grand Geneva Way, Lake Geneva)
We offer guided trail rides year round during regular business hours, by reservation. Rides are approximately 45 minutes in length and weave through acres of beautiful Grand Geneva property. Kids under 7 years old can enjoy pony rides. Call (262)215-5303 for more info.
Ice Skating
Echo Lake (595 Milwaukee Avenue, Burlington)
Stairs to the lake, pavilion, benches, outdoor portable restroom. Free. Call Department of Public Works: Dan Jensen, (262)539-3770 for more info.
Geneva Ridge Resort (1221 Geneva National Avenue South, Lake Geneva)
Fully lit outdoor rink available to public and resort guests. Hot chocolate and other concessions available. Rentals available for $5. Open daily until 9pm. Call (262)249-3800 for more info.
Grand Geneva Resort (7036 Grand Geneva Way, Lake Geneva)
Public ice skating rink is located outside of Leinenkugel's Mountain Top Lodge at the ski hill. Use the rink Monday-Thursday 12noon - 9pm. Friday, Saturday and Sunday rink is open 9am - 10pm. Skate free with your own skates, or rental charges apply. Rentals available at Mountain Top. Call (262)248-8811 or Mountain Top ski hill (262)249-4726 for more info.
Milwaukee County Parks (various)
Many area frozen lagoons and land rinks are listed here. Some locations have designated areas for hockey practice. Many of the rinks have warming houses. Warming house hours vary. Free. Website is frequently updated due to weather conditions affecting availability. Call (414)257-7275 for more info.
Slice of Ice in Red Arrow Park (920 N. Water Street, Milwaukee)
Refrigerated oval is open weather and conditions permitting, through February (or March if the weather allows). Bring your own skates and skate for FREE. You'll have a great view of all that's happening on the ice through the floor-to-ceiling windows in the warming house or from the rooftop overlook. There are restroom facilities, ice skate rentals, Starbucks, selling coffee and bakery, Soda, beer, candy, and snacks at the Skate window. See website for hours. Call (414)289-8791 for more info.
Indoor Ice Skating
Kenosha Ice Arena (7727 60th Avenue, Kenosha)
A one sheet indoor ice skating rink. Ice Hockey Leagues, figure skating and skating lessons. Call (262)694-8010 for more info.
Pettit National Ice Center (500 S. 84th Street, Milwaukee)
Schedule is subject to change, please check daily. Call (414)266-0100 for more info.
RecPlex Ice Arena (9900 Terwall Terrace, Pleasant Prairie)
The ice arena offers public skating, open hockey, and freestyle sessions daily. Specific times for those activities can be found here. Skates can be rented. Call (262)947-0437 for more info.
Wilson Ice Arena (4001 S. 20th Street, Milwaukee)
The Recreation Center building houses the indoor Ice Arena, where you can skate year-round. The 17,000 square-foot sheet of groomed ice is a standard NHL-sized rink, 200 by 85 feet. The Arena has a concession area, and rental figure skates (Skate Rental $3/pair) in a full range of sizes. Lessons are offered in conjunction with the Greater Milwaukee Figure Skating Club by visiting the GMFSC website. Public skate times vary. Call (414)281-6289 for more info.
Sledding/Tubing/Tobogganing
Beverly-Jo Park (367 Dunford Drive, Burlington) Free.
Camp MacLean (31401 Durand Avenue, Burlington)
Public Tobogganing is open to the public Sundays from 12:30 until 5:00pm in January and February. Price includes use of toboggans & sleds, use of the warming house, bathroom facilities, and cocoa. All people coming to camp must pay fee—even if not sledding or tobogganing. All children 15 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Call 262-763-7742 for more info, or visit http://www.ymcachicago.org/maclean/
Devor Park aka “Water Tower Hill” (Amanda & Origen Street, Burlington)
Public popular hill by Cooper School. Free.
Fox River Park (9521 304th Avenue, Burlington)
A special attraction during the winter is a bermed sled slide, which provides a long and exhilarating run. Artificial lighting allows night use of this popular sledding facility, lights on from dawn to 10pm (weather permitting). Free. Call (262)857-1869 for more info.
Greene Park (4235 S. Lipton Avenue, Saint Francis) Free.
Hales Corners Park (5765 S. New Berlin Road, Hales Corners) Free.
Humbolt Park (3000 S. Howell Avenue, Milwaukee)
Free. Lighted daily from 4:30 – 8:30pm.
Johnson Park (6200 Northwestern Avenue, Racine) Free.
Lincoln Park (7010 22nd Avenue, Kenosha) Free.
Lockwood Park (4300 Graceland Boulevard, Racine) Free.
Lowell Park (2201 Michigan Avenue, Waukesha)
If you enjoy thrills, chills and speed, you will not want to miss the 350 foot lighted toboggan runs. Open weekends in January and February. For up-to-date conditions, please call WPRF Information Line at (262)522-9356. Bring your own or rent.
The Mountain Top (7036 Grand Geneva Way, Lake Geneva)
Rent sleds or bring your own to the top of the ski mountain. $10/sled. Call (262)249-4726 for more info.
Paddock Lake (On Highway 50 near Hwy 83/75 intersection) Free.
Hill is between Central High School and the church to the west. Hill goes from parking lot of church down into the Central HS soccer fields.
Park High School Bowl (1901 12th Street, Racine) Free.
Recommended for older kids.
Petrifying Springs Park (761 Green Bay Road, Kenosha) Free.
Lighted sledding hill at Area 2. Call (262)857-1869 for more info.
Reservoir Park (4400 Maryland Avenue, Racine ) Free.
Shoop Park (4510 Lighthouse Drive, Wind Point/Racine) Free.
Behind Shopko (5300 52nd Street, Kenosha) Free.
St. Peter's Park Detention Bowl (2152 30th Avenue, Kenosha) Free.
Steinhoff Park (833 Cedar Drive, Burlington) Free.
The Rock Sports Complex (7900 West Crystal Ridge Drive, Franklin)
Daily sessions for snow tubing. Call 414-529-7676 for more info.
Washington Park (1901 Washington Road, Kenosha) Free.
Washington Park Municipal Golf Course (2205 Washington Road, Kenosha) Free.
Wilmot Mountain (11931 Fox River Road, Wilmot )
The tubing facility features 20 lanes for tubing and a state of the art covered conveyor lift. Snow tubing hill is for ages 5 and older. Brand new lodge features ticket sales, rental items, food, drinks, restrooms and more! Prices and hours vary. Call (262)862-2301 for more info.
Whitnall Park (5879 S. 92 Street, Franklin) Free.
Wilson Recreation (4001 S. 20 Street, Milwaukee) Free.
Lighted daily from 4:30 – 8:30pm.
Snowmobiling/Snowmobiling Clubs
Effective July 1, 2015, Act 142 requires each snowmobile operating in WI to display a Wisconsin trail pass. Wisconsin Trail Passes will need to be purchased annually, separate from WI snowmobile registration. See Association for Wisconsin Snowmobile Clubs for more information. Downloadable map at Racine County Trails. To see if the trails are open call the Snowmobile Trail Hotline at (262)554-0133.
Burlington Sno-Snoopers Snowmobile Club
Caledonia Sno-Balls
Caledonia Sno-lords Es Ki Mos
Grove Sno Hawks
Hiawatha Sno Chiefs
J-Wax Snow Bugs
Raymond Trail Breakers
Rolling Dice Riders of Franklin
Tishigan Sno-N-Go
Windlake/Northcape Drifters
Walworth County Snowmobile Alliance
Call the snow phone at (262)742-2664 for trail conditions and much more.
Sleigh Rides
Apple Holler 5006 S. Sylvania Avenue, Sturtevant
Enjoy the magic of winter with an old-fashion sleigh ride at Apple Holler. Traveling through the crisp snow and hearing the clump of the horses’ hooves will transport you back to a simpler time. Our Halflinger horses, purchased from our Amish friends, will take you and your family or friends on a special orchard tour to see beautiful hardwoods, many of which are over 100 years old. A true winter wonderland! At the end of your adventure, we’ll treat you to a cup of hot chocolate or tasty warm apple cider. Includes: Sleighride that last approximately for 30 minutes. S'mores, Hot Cider or Hot Chocolate that can be enjoyed around a campfire.
Dan Patch Stables: Sleigh Rides (3002 Grand Geneva Way, Lake Geneva) Dashing through the snow on Our horse-drawn sleigh ride takes you through some of the most beautiful areas on the Grand Geneva property. Sleigh rides are weather and snow-condition permitting - please call first (weather and snowfall permitting). Reservations are required and fill up quickly, especially on weekends. The sleigh can seat 4 adults comfortably, OR has plenty of room for a family. Call (262)215-5303 to reserve your sleigh ride.
Snowshoeing
Fox River Park (9521 304th Avenue, Burlington)
Bring your own and hike for free. Snowshoeing is allowed on all trails. Call (262)857-1869 for more info.
Havenwoods State Forest (6141 Hopkins Street, Milwaukee)
Snowshoe in the city! Bring your own and hike for free. Otherwise, snowshoes can be borrowed when the nature center is open (Monday through Friday, 7:45am - 4:30pm; Saturdays, 9am - 2pm; closed Sundays). Come for a leisurely stroll along 6 miles of looped trails in Wisconsin’s only urban forest. Call (414)527-0232 for more info.
The Mountain Top (7036 Grand Geneva Way, Lake Geneva)
Snow shoe equipment available for rent. Call (262)249-4726 for more info.
Petrifying Springs (4909 7th Street, Kenosha)
Bring your own and hike for free. Snowshoeing on all trails. Call (262)857-1869 for more info.
Pringle Nature Center (9800 160th Avenue, Bristol)
Call (262)857-8008 for more info.
Retzer Nature Center (S14 W28167 Madison Street, Waukesha)
No cross country ski trails. Snowshoe trails. Waukesha Country sticker required; purchase at park. Call (262)896-8007 for more info.
Richard Bong State Recreation Area (26313 Burlington Road, Kansasville)
Bring your own snowshoes. Vehicle admission sticker required to enter rec area. Trails all start and end at the Trailhead parking lot. This lot is located just east of the Visitor Center parking lot and is marked with a “Trailhead Parking Lot” sign. Use trails north of Hwy BB, or off trail any area of the park. Call (262)878-5600 for more info.
River Bend Nature Center (3600 N. Green Bay Road, Racine)
Bring your own and hike for free. Otherwise, snowshoes available for rent. All rentals are weather permitting and are on a first come, first served basis. Rental equipment must be returned to the office 30 minutes before closing time. Rental equipment must be used on River Bend grounds only. River Bend Nature Center does not accept credit cards – check or cash only. Call (262)639-1515 for more info.
Whitnall Park (5879 S. 92 Street, Franklin)
Bring your own and hike for free. Call (414)257-PARK for updates (M-F: 8:30am - 4:00pm). Snowshoe rentals available. Call (414) 525-4765 for more info
Might we introduce you to...
Curling (Curling is a team sport with similarities to bowling and shuffleboard, played by two teams of four players each on a rectangular sheet of carefully prepared ice. Teams take turns sliding heavy, polished granite stones down the ice towards the target. Two sweepers with brooms accompany each rock and use timing equipment and their best judgment, along with direction from their teammates, to help direct the stones to their resting place.)
Milwaukee Curling Club (W67 N890 Washington Avenue, Cedarburg)
Come out to the Milwaukee Curling Club and give curling a try! Email info@milwaukeecurlingclub.com for more info.
Pettit National Ice Center (500 S. 84th Street, Milwaukee)
We feature a curling area on our West rink and it is available for rental and use by contacting Kevin Butler, Director of Marketing at (414)935-4778 or via e-mail at kbutler@thepettit.com.
Racine Curling Club (1914 Melvin Avenue, Racine)
Email info@racinecurlingclub.com for more info.
Wauwatosa Curling Club (7300 Chestnut Street, Wauwatosa)
Call (414)453-2875 or email info@wauwatosacurlingclub.com for more info.
Dog Sledding/Mushing (Mushing is the practice of harnessing dogs to a sled for the purpose of recreation or transport. It may also be practiced as a competitive sport. The term mushing comes from the call used to goad the dogs - "Mush!" It is thought to derive from the French marche, meaning "go" or "run".)
McKinley Marina (1750 N. Lincoln Memorial Drive, Milwaukee)
The Door County Sled Dogs provides dog sled rides for all ages on Sundays only, from 11am - 1pm, beginning January 17th and running through February, weather permitting. Please check location and trail conditions prior to coming out by calling the Sled Dog Hot-line at (414)967-9677. The entire experience includes visiting with the dogs, question and answer time with the mushers, picture-taking time and an actual dog sled ride around the trail. Rides are only $15 for each child and $20 for each adult.
Whitnall Park on occasion (5879 S. 92nd Street, Franklin)
Door County Sled Dogs offer rides beginning in January. Call (414) 967-9677 for more info. The Door County Sled Dogs provides dog sled rides for all ages on Sundays only, from 11am - 1pm, beginning January and running through February, weather permitting. Usually located at Whitnall Park, however, depending on the weather location may be changed. Please check location and trail conditions prior to coming out by calling the Sled Dog Hotline at (414)967-9677. The entire experience includes visiting with the dogs, question and answer time with the mushers, picture-taking time and an actual dog sled ride around the trail. Rides are only $15 for each child and $20 for each adult. ALSO, Come out to Whitnall Park for a special Valentine's weekend on February 11th & 12th and help the Sled Dogs, all who are rescues, celebrate their Birthdays! Come for the Husky Hugs - Stay for the Cake and the FUN! Rides will be offered for $15 per child/$20 per adult WEATHER PERMITTING. The PARTY WILL GO ON - SNOW OR NO SNOW!
Ice Sculptures/Carving/Festivals
US National Snow Sculpting Competition (Riviera Park, Lake Geneva)
February 1 - 4, 2017
Witness the sculptures come to life during the week or see the finished works during the city’s Winterfest.
The Big Chill (Downtown Racine)
2017 dates TO BE ANNOUNCED
The 27th Annual Wisconsin State and Midwest Regional Snow Sculpting Championship will be held at Monument Square, in Downtown Racine. Professional snow carvers will create breathtaking masterpieces. Sculptors will craft these frozen works of art from 6′ x 6′ x 10′ blocks of packed snow. The sculptures will definitely give visitors a reason to pause in awe and wonder at the creations that emerge from the imagination and hard work of the 33 artists from around the region.
Jammin’ JanBoree (throughout Waukesha)
January 20 - 22, 2017
Get ready to jam out at the 32nd Annual Waukesha JanBoree! This year's theme is "Flake Out". Details to be announced.
Snow Daze Festival (711 59th Place, Kenosha)
2017 event undetermined
Come CHILL with us in Downtown Kenosha at this free, family-friendly winter festival! Enjoy an array of activities at Library Park including ice sculptures on display and an ice sculpting demo.
If you know of an activity/destination/relevant event that is not listed above, please send us all of the details including: name, date(s), times, description including family-friendly aspect along with contact info (name, phone, email, website).
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Subject: Snow Much Fun!
Sledding,
Skating, and Such!
Compiled by
Just Add Kids
Get ready and plan for Snow Much Fun! Just Add Kids annual guide to winter activity destinations. Please call ahead to confirm destination times, rates, etc.
Snow Much Fun!
Cross-Country Skiing
Big Foot Beach State Park (1452 Well Street, Lake Geneva)
Bring your own cross-country skis and ski for free on the park’s more than 6 miles of groomed trails. Trail takes you through forest and open meadow. A half-mile self-guided nature trail has interpretive signs describing native wildlife and their habitats. The natural beauty of the park can be found in its panoramic view of Geneva Lake and winding trails.
Fox River Park (9521 304th Avenue, Burlington)
Bring your own skis and ski for free. Cross country skiing is allowed on all trails. Not groomed. Call (262)857-1869 for more info.
Havenwoods State Forest (6141 Hopkins Street, Milwaukee)
Come for a leisurely stroll along 6 miles of looped trails in Wisconsin’s only urban forest. Trails are not groomed. The terrain at Havenwoods is flat, providing a good place for beginners. Call (414)527-0232 for more info.
Racine County Wisconsin Bike Trails (various trail heads in southeastern Wisconsin)
Trail activities include cross country skiing in the winter. Bring your own skis and ski for free. Trails are a mix of old railroad corridors, some surfaces are paved and others are crushed stone. Some wooded segments, other segments go through dense neighborhoods. Find the trail best suited for you!
Minooka County Park (1927 E. Sunset Drive, Waukesha)
Bring your own skis and ski for free along 6 miles (3 loops) of trails. Groomed for skate/freestyle and classical/diagonal; beginner & intermediate skier. Gentle, rolling terrain; mix of woods & open fields; no shelter; outhouse. Open sunrise to 10pm. Waukesha County sticker required, purchase at park. Call (262) 896-8006 for more info.
The Mountain Top, Lake Geneva (7036 Grand Geneva Way, Lake Geneva)
Bring your own cross-country skis and ski for $10 trail pass, 10am-4pm. Also available, cross country ski rental. Call (262)249-4726 for more info.
Petrifying Springs (4909 7th Street, Kenosha)
Bring your own cross-country skis and ski for free. Cross-country skiing on all trails. Open 7am -10pm daily. Call (262)857-1869 for more info.
Pringle Nature Center at Bristol Woods County Park (9800 – 160th Avenue, Bristol)
Bring your own cross-country skis and ski for free. Trails are shared with snowshoers. Call (262) 857-8008 for more info.
Richard Bong State Recreation Area (26313 Burlington Road, Kansasville)
Bring your own cross-country skis and ski for free along the 16 miles of ungroomed trails. Vehicle admission sticker required to enter rec area, WI licence/$7 daily, out of state licence/$10 daily. Trails all start and end at the Trailhead parking lot. This lot is located just east of the Visitor Center parking lot and is marked with a “Trailhead Parking Lot” sign. Skiers use trails south of Hwy BB or blue and green trails south of Hwy 142. Call (262)878-5600 for more info.
River Bend Nature Center (3600 N. Green Bay Road, Racine)
Bring your own cross-country skis and ski for free. Otherwise, cross-country skis available for rent for $10.00/person per session. Cross Country Ski equipment includes skis, poles and boots. All rentals are weather permitting and are on a first come, first served basis. Rental equipment must be returned to the office 30 minutes before closing time. Rental equipment must be used on River Bend grounds only. River Bend Nature Center does not accept credit cards – check or cash only. Call (262)639-1515 for more info.
White River County Park (6503 Sheridan Springs Road, Lake Geneva) Bring your own and ski for free at the County's largest and newest park opened in July 2014. With nearly 200 acres and two miles of frontage along the White River, this park features almost five miles of already developed walking trails, cross-country skiing and snowshoeing are welcome.
Whitnall Park (5879 S. 92 Street, Franklin)
Bring your own and ski for free. Call (414)525-4765 for more info.
UW-Parkside Ski Trail (Kenosha County Road JR, east of Highway 31/Green Bay Road)
Bring your own and ski for free. There is a total of approximately 5 miles of trail here, but there are also many more miles of ungroomed trails across the street at Petrifying Springs Park. Park in Petrifying Springs Parking lot on the north side of the street. Trail is unmarked on the south side of JR.
Washington Park Municipal Golf Course (2205 Washington Road, Kenosha)
Golf course is closed for the season. Bring your own and ski for free.
Downhill Skiing/Snowboarding
Alpine Valley (W2501 County Road D, Elkhorn)
The ski hill provides diverse terrain for beginner ease, challenging expert runs and a full featured Terrain Park. Three high speed Quad Advanced Chair lift systems mean less time in line and more time on the snow. Four wonder carpet lifts and certified professional instructors will help you learn a new sport or improve your skills to enjoy learning for all ages and levels. There are over 90 skiable acres with 20 Runs, a vertical drop of 388 feet, and the longest run is 3,000 feet. Features on-site ski-in/ski-out rooms with a full service Bistro for dining and free weekend family movie nights. Call (262)642-7374 for more info.
The Mountain Top, Lake Geneva (7036 Grand Geneva Way, Lake Geneva)
Enjoy skiing and snowboarding all winter long with our snow-making capabilities, Three chairlifts and two carpet lifts. Take Skiing and snowboarding lessons by professional ski instructors available for kids or adults. Night time skiing available. Days, prices and hours very. Ski & snowboard rental is available. Call (262)249-4726 for more info.
The Rock Sports Complex (7900 W. Crystal Ridge Drive, Franklin)
The Rock Snowpark offers trails, jumps, and downhill skiing for all experience levels. Whether this is your first time trying skiing, or you’ve been on the ski slopes for years, we’re sure you will enjoy our Milwaukee ski hills. Daily hours for downhill skiing and snowboarding. Days, prices and hours very. Ski & snowboard rental is available. Call (414)529-7676 for more info.
Wilmot Mountain (11931 Fox River Road, Wilmot)
The facility features 25 unique runs with varied terrain for all skiers and snowboarders. Lift ticket prices and hours vary. Ski and/or snowboard equipment rentals available and vary. Ski school opportunities. Call (262)862-2301 for more info.
Extreme Options
Lake Geneva Canopy Tours: Zip Line (N3219 County Road H, Lake Geneva)
Zoom through snow-covered trees on a zip line. Bundle up for the 2.5 hour ride which includes 8 lines, 5 sky bridges, 3 spiral stairways and a double helix stairway that wraps around an ash tree. Call (262) 248-9271 for more info.
Dan Patch Stables: Horse Trail Rides (3002 Grand Geneva Way, Lake Geneva)
We offer guided trail rides year round during regular business hours, by reservation. Rides are approximately 45 minutes in length and weave through acres of beautiful Grand Geneva property. Kids under 7 years old can enjoy pony rides. Call (262)215-5303 for more info.
Ice Skating
Echo Lake (595 Milwaukee Avenue, Burlington)
Stairs to the lake, pavilion, benches, outdoor portable restroom. Free. Call Department of Public Works: Dan Jensen, (262)539-3770 for more info.
Geneva Ridge Resort (1221 Geneva National Avenue South, Lake Geneva)
Fully lit outdoor rink available to public and resort guests. Hot chocolate and other concessions available. Rentals available for $5. Open daily until 9pm. Call (262)249-3800 for more info.
Grand Geneva Resort (7036 Grand Geneva Way, Lake Geneva)
Public ice skating rink is located outside of Leinenkugel's Mountain Top Lodge at the ski hill. Use the rink Monday-Thursday 12noon - 9pm. Friday, Saturday and Sunday rink is open 9am - 10pm. Skate free with your own skates, or rental charges apply. Rentals available at Mountain Top. Call (262)248-8811 or Mountain Top ski hill (262)249-4726 for more info.
Milwaukee County Parks (various)
Many area frozen lagoons and land rinks are listed here. Some locations have designated areas for hockey practice. Many of the rinks have warming houses. Warming house hours vary. Free. Website is frequently updated due to weather conditions affecting availability. Call (414)257-7275 for more info.
Slice of Ice in Red Arrow Park (920 N. Water Street, Milwaukee)
Refrigerated oval is open weather and conditions permitting, through February (or March if the weather allows). Bring your own skates and skate for FREE. You'll have a great view of all that's happening on the ice through the floor-to-ceiling windows in the warming house or from the rooftop overlook. There are restroom facilities, ice skate rentals, Starbucks, selling coffee and bakery, Soda, beer, candy, and snacks at the Skate window. See website for hours. Call (414)289-8791 for more info.
Indoor Ice Skating
Kenosha Ice Arena (7727 60th Avenue, Kenosha)
A one sheet indoor ice skating rink. Ice Hockey Leagues, figure skating and skating lessons. Call (262)694-8010 for more info.
Pettit National Ice Center (500 S. 84th Street, Milwaukee)
Schedule is subject to change, please check daily. Call (414)266-0100 for more info.
RecPlex Ice Arena (9900 Terwall Terrace, Pleasant Prairie)
The ice arena offers public skating, open hockey, and freestyle sessions daily. Specific times for those activities can be found here. Skates can be rented. Call (262)947-0437 for more info.
Wilson Ice Arena (4001 S. 20th Street, Milwaukee)
The Recreation Center building houses the indoor Ice Arena, where you can skate year-round. The 17,000 square-foot sheet of groomed ice is a standard NHL-sized rink, 200 by 85 feet. The Arena has a concession area, and rental figure skates (Skate Rental $3/pair) in a full range of sizes. Lessons are offered in conjunction with the Greater Milwaukee Figure Skating Club by visiting the GMFSC website. Public skate times vary. Call (414)281-6289 for more info.
Sledding/Tubing/Tobogganing
Beverly-Jo Park (367 Dunford Drive, Burlington) Free.
Camp MacLean (31401 Durand Avenue, Burlington)
Public Tobogganing is open to the public Sundays from 12:30 until 5:00pm in January and February. Price includes use of toboggans & sleds, use of the warming house, bathroom facilities, and cocoa. All people coming to camp must pay fee—even if not sledding or tobogganing. All children 15 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Call 262-763-7742 for more info, or visit http://www.ymcachicago.org/maclean/
Devor Park aka “Water Tower Hill” (Amanda & Origen Street, Burlington)
Public popular hill by Cooper School. Free.
Fox River Park (9521 304th Avenue, Burlington)
A special attraction during the winter is a bermed sled slide, which provides a long and exhilarating run. Artificial lighting allows night use of this popular sledding facility, lights on from dawn to 10pm (weather permitting). Free. Call (262)857-1869 for more info.
Greene Park (4235 S. Lipton Avenue, Saint Francis) Free.
Hales Corners Park (5765 S. New Berlin Road, Hales Corners) Free.
Humbolt Park (3000 S. Howell Avenue, Milwaukee)
Free. Lighted daily from 4:30 – 8:30pm.
Johnson Park (6200 Northwestern Avenue, Racine) Free.
Lincoln Park (7010 22nd Avenue, Kenosha) Free.
Lockwood Park (4300 Graceland Boulevard, Racine) Free.
Lowell Park (2201 Michigan Avenue, Waukesha)
If you enjoy thrills, chills and speed, you will not want to miss the 350 foot lighted toboggan runs. Open weekends in January and February. For up-to-date conditions, please call WPRF Information Line at (262)522-9356. Bring your own or rent.
The Mountain Top (7036 Grand Geneva Way, Lake Geneva)
Rent sleds or bring your own to the top of the ski mountain. $10/sled. Call (262)249-4726 for more info.
Paddock Lake (On Highway 50 near Hwy 83/75 intersection) Free.
Hill is between Central High School and the church to the west. Hill goes from parking lot of church down into the Central HS soccer fields.
Park High School Bowl (1901 12th Street, Racine) Free.
Recommended for older kids.
Petrifying Springs Park (761 Green Bay Road, Kenosha) Free.
Lighted sledding hill at Area 2. Call (262)857-1869 for more info.
Reservoir Park (4400 Maryland Avenue, Racine ) Free.
Shoop Park (4510 Lighthouse Drive, Wind Point/Racine) Free.
Behind Shopko (5300 52nd Street, Kenosha) Free.
St. Peter's Park Detention Bowl (2152 30th Avenue, Kenosha) Free.
Steinhoff Park (833 Cedar Drive, Burlington) Free.
The Rock Sports Complex (7900 West Crystal Ridge Drive, Franklin)
Daily sessions for snow tubing. Call 414-529-7676 for more info.
Washington Park (1901 Washington Road, Kenosha) Free.
Washington Park Municipal Golf Course (2205 Washington Road, Kenosha) Free.
Wilmot Mountain (11931 Fox River Road, Wilmot )
The tubing facility features 20 lanes for tubing and a state of the art covered conveyor lift. Snow tubing hill is for ages 5 and older. Brand new lodge features ticket sales, rental items, food, drinks, restrooms and more! Prices and hours vary. Call (262)862-2301 for more info.
Whitnall Park (5879 S. 92 Street, Franklin) Free.
Wilson Recreation (4001 S. 20 Street, Milwaukee) Free.
Lighted daily from 4:30 – 8:30pm.
Snowmobiling/Snowmobiling Clubs
Effective July 1, 2015, Act 142 requires each snowmobile operating in WI to display a Wisconsin trail pass. Wisconsin Trail Passes will need to be purchased annually, separate from WI snowmobile registration. See Association for Wisconsin Snowmobile Clubs for more information. Downloadable map at Racine County Trails. To see if the trails are open call the Snowmobile Trail Hotline at (262)554-0133.
Burlington Sno-Snoopers Snowmobile Club
Caledonia Sno-Balls
Caledonia Sno-lords Es Ki Mos
Grove Sno Hawks
Hiawatha Sno Chiefs
J-Wax Snow Bugs
Raymond Trail Breakers
Rolling Dice Riders of Franklin
Tishigan Sno-N-Go
Windlake/Northcape Drifters
Walworth County Snowmobile Alliance
Call the snow phone at (262)742-2664 for trail conditions and much more.
Sleigh Rides
Apple Holler 5006 S. Sylvania Avenue, Sturtevant
Enjoy the magic of winter with an old-fashion sleigh ride at Apple Holler. Traveling through the crisp snow and hearing the clump of the horses’ hooves will transport you back to a simpler time. Our Halflinger horses, purchased from our Amish friends, will take you and your family or friends on a special orchard tour to see beautiful hardwoods, many of which are over 100 years old. A true winter wonderland! At the end of your adventure, we’ll treat you to a cup of hot chocolate or tasty warm apple cider. Includes: Sleighride that last approximately for 30 minutes. S'mores, Hot Cider or Hot Chocolate that can be enjoyed around a campfire.
Dan Patch Stables: Sleigh Rides (3002 Grand Geneva Way, Lake Geneva) Dashing through the snow on Our horse-drawn sleigh ride takes you through some of the most beautiful areas on the Grand Geneva property. Sleigh rides are weather and snow-condition permitting - please call first (weather and snowfall permitting). Reservations are required and fill up quickly, especially on weekends. The sleigh can seat 4 adults comfortably, OR has plenty of room for a family. Call (262)215-5303 to reserve your sleigh ride.
Snowshoeing
Fox River Park (9521 304th Avenue, Burlington)
Bring your own and hike for free. Snowshoeing is allowed on all trails. Call (262)857-1869 for more info.
Havenwoods State Forest (6141 Hopkins Street, Milwaukee)
Snowshoe in the city! Bring your own and hike for free. Otherwise, snowshoes can be borrowed when the nature center is open (Monday through Friday, 7:45am - 4:30pm; Saturdays, 9am - 2pm; closed Sundays). Come for a leisurely stroll along 6 miles of looped trails in Wisconsin’s only urban forest. Call (414)527-0232 for more info.
The Mountain Top (7036 Grand Geneva Way, Lake Geneva)
Snow shoe equipment available for rent. Call (262)249-4726 for more info.
Petrifying Springs (4909 7th Street, Kenosha)
Bring your own and hike for free. Snowshoeing on all trails. Call (262)857-1869 for more info.
Pringle Nature Center (9800 160th Avenue, Bristol)
Call (262)857-8008 for more info.
Retzer Nature Center (S14 W28167 Madison Street, Waukesha)
No cross country ski trails. Snowshoe trails. Waukesha Country sticker required; purchase at park. Call (262)896-8007 for more info.
Richard Bong State Recreation Area (26313 Burlington Road, Kansasville)
Bring your own snowshoes. Vehicle admission sticker required to enter rec area. Trails all start and end at the Trailhead parking lot. This lot is located just east of the Visitor Center parking lot and is marked with a “Trailhead Parking Lot” sign. Use trails north of Hwy BB, or off trail any area of the park. Call (262)878-5600 for more info.
River Bend Nature Center (3600 N. Green Bay Road, Racine)
Bring your own and hike for free. Otherwise, snowshoes available for rent. All rentals are weather permitting and are on a first come, first served basis. Rental equipment must be returned to the office 30 minutes before closing time. Rental equipment must be used on River Bend grounds only. River Bend Nature Center does not accept credit cards – check or cash only. Call (262)639-1515 for more info.
Whitnall Park (5879 S. 92 Street, Franklin)
Bring your own and hike for free. Call (414)257-PARK for updates (M-F: 8:30am - 4:00pm). Snowshoe rentals available. Call (414) 525-4765 for more info
Might we introduce you to...
Curling (Curling is a team sport with similarities to bowling and shuffleboard, played by two teams of four players each on a rectangular sheet of carefully prepared ice. Teams take turns sliding heavy, polished granite stones down the ice towards the target. Two sweepers with brooms accompany each rock and use timing equipment and their best judgment, along with direction from their teammates, to help direct the stones to their resting place.)
Milwaukee Curling Club (W67 N890 Washington Avenue, Cedarburg)
Come out to the Milwaukee Curling Club and give curling a try! Email info@milwaukeecurlingclub.com for more info.
Pettit National Ice Center (500 S. 84th Street, Milwaukee)
We feature a curling area on our West rink and it is available for rental and use by contacting Kevin Butler, Director of Marketing at (414)935-4778 or via e-mail at kbutler@thepettit.com.
Racine Curling Club (1914 Melvin Avenue, Racine)
Email info@racinecurlingclub.com for more info.
Wauwatosa Curling Club (7300 Chestnut Street, Wauwatosa)
Call (414)453-2875 or email info@wauwatosacurlingclub.com for more info.
Dog Sledding/Mushing (Mushing is the practice of harnessing dogs to a sled for the purpose of recreation or transport. It may also be practiced as a competitive sport. The term mushing comes from the call used to goad the dogs - "Mush!" It is thought to derive from the French marche, meaning "go" or "run".)
McKinley Marina (1750 N. Lincoln Memorial Drive, Milwaukee)
The Door County Sled Dogs provides dog sled rides for all ages on Sundays only, from 11am - 1pm, beginning January 17th and running through February, weather permitting. Please check location and trail conditions prior to coming out by calling the Sled Dog Hot-line at (414)967-9677. The entire experience includes visiting with the dogs, question and answer time with the mushers, picture-taking time and an actual dog sled ride around the trail. Rides are only $15 for each child and $20 for each adult.
Whitnall Park on occasion (5879 S. 92nd Street, Franklin)
Door County Sled Dogs offer rides beginning in January. Call (414) 967-9677 for more info. The Door County Sled Dogs provides dog sled rides for all ages on Sundays only, from 11am - 1pm, beginning January and running through February, weather permitting. Usually located at Whitnall Park, however, depending on the weather location may be changed. Please check location and trail conditions prior to coming out by calling the Sled Dog Hotline at (414)967-9677. The entire experience includes visiting with the dogs, question and answer time with the mushers, picture-taking time and an actual dog sled ride around the trail. Rides are only $15 for each child and $20 for each adult. ALSO, Come out to Whitnall Park for a special Valentine's weekend on February 11th & 12th and help the Sled Dogs, all who are rescues, celebrate their Birthdays! Come for the Husky Hugs - Stay for the Cake and the FUN! Rides will be offered for $15 per child/$20 per adult WEATHER PERMITTING. The PARTY WILL GO ON - SNOW OR NO SNOW!
Ice Sculptures/Carving/Festivals
US National Snow Sculpting Competition (Riviera Park, Lake Geneva)
February 1 - 4, 2017
Witness the sculptures come to life during the week or see the finished works during the city’s Winterfest.
The Big Chill (Downtown Racine)
2017 dates TO BE ANNOUNCED
The 27th Annual Wisconsin State and Midwest Regional Snow Sculpting Championship will be held at Monument Square, in Downtown Racine. Professional snow carvers will create breathtaking masterpieces. Sculptors will craft these frozen works of art from 6′ x 6′ x 10′ blocks of packed snow. The sculptures will definitely give visitors a reason to pause in awe and wonder at the creations that emerge from the imagination and hard work of the 33 artists from around the region.
Jammin’ JanBoree (throughout Waukesha)
January 20 - 22, 2017
Get ready to jam out at the 32nd Annual Waukesha JanBoree! This year's theme is "Flake Out". Details to be announced.
Snow Daze Festival (711 59th Place, Kenosha)
2017 event undetermined
Come CHILL with us in Downtown Kenosha at this free, family-friendly winter festival! Enjoy an array of activities at Library Park including ice sculptures on display and an ice sculpting demo.
If you know of an activity/destination/relevant event that is not listed above, please send us all of the details including: name, date(s), times, description including family-friendly aspect along with contact info (name, phone, email, website).
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Subject: Snow Much Fun!
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