Where To Skate, Ski And Sled In And Around Wichita

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

Wichita Ice Center

Address: 505 W Maple St, Wichita, KS 67213

Phone: (316) 337-9199

Details: Wichita Ice Center is the city’s primary indoor ice rink with two sheets of ice offering public skating, figure skating, and hockey programs throughout the year. It’s a dependable cold-weather activity right in town and a popular indoor winter stop for locals.

Chicken N Pickle Ice Rink

Address: 1240 N Greenwich Rd, Wichita, KS 67206

Phone: (316) 535-7150

Details: Each winter, Chicken N Pickle sets up a seasonal outdoor ice rink where visitors can lace up skates and glide under lights during the winter months. It’s part of a larger entertainment complex with dining and games, making it a fun winter outing choice when weather allows.

🎿 Skiing, Snowboarding & Tubing — Day Trips

Snow Creek Mountain Resort

Address: 1 Snow Creek Dr, Weston, MO 64098

Phone: (816) 640-2200

Details: Snow Creek is the closest true winter sports area to Wichita with skiing, snowboarding, and snow tubing lanes when weather allows. It’s designed for beginner and intermediate riders and makes a solid winter day trip about a 3 hour drive from Wichita.

Hidden Valley Ski Resort

Address: 17409 Hidden Valley Dr, Eureka, MO 63025

Phone: (636) 938-5373

Details: Hidden Valley offers downhill skiing, snowboarding, and tubing with groomed runs and snowmaking throughout the season. It’s another Midwest winter option about a 5 hour drive from Wichita for a longer snow-focused getaway.

☃️ Outdoor Play & Sledding Spots

When snow hits and conditions are safe, Wichita parks and neighborhood hills become popular places for sledding and winter play. Check city park updates before heading out so you have the most up-to-date snow and safety information.

Wichita spots to consider:

• College Hill Park is one of the best-known sledding hills in Wichita after a snowfall, with a steady slope that gives good runs when snow sticks. Its central location and open layout make it a favorite for local winter fun. (Wichita Facilities)

Further outdoors:

• Sedgwick County Park — This large regional park has open grassy areas and gentle rolling hills that can work well for sledding and snow play when winter weather cooperates, and it is about a 20 minute drive from central Wichita.

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

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