Winter Wonderland: Fun Activities to Enjoy Nearby

Spending family time together is so important. With school, work, events, and everything in-between, we rarely have enough time to really spend time with our loved ones. That's why we've put together this small list of Nearby Wintery-Fun Activities that can keep your family busy this January!

Nearby Sledding Hills

Judd Park - 3812 3rd St., Rochester (7.2 miles)

Schmidt Park - 6222 24th Ave NW, Rochester, (10.7 miles)

Featuring multiple size sled hills for all ages.

Frontenac State Park - 29223 County 28 Boulevard, Frontenac (51 miles)

If you are willing to travel about 47 miles north of Rochester to Frontenac State Park, you’ll find a protected area of land that offers stunning views of the Mississippi River and some excellent hills for sledding. The park also offers 7.1 miles of groomed cross-country ski trails and 3 miles of snowshoe trails (snowshoe rental available). When you need to warm up, stop by one of the two wood-heated trail shelters.

Nearby Ice Skating

Soldiers Field Park- 244 E Soldiers Field Dr. SW, Rochester (5 miles)

Lighted Rink with Warming House.

Allendale Park - 3000 18th Avenue NW, Rochester (7.8 miles)

Lighted Hockey Rink with Warming House.

The local paper just published a fantastic article on the best places to go sledding and ice skating in Rochester. Don't miss out on the fun! Check out the article here: Where Can You Ice Skate or Go Sledding in Rochester.