Wintertime Fun!
Just because the temperatures are dropping doesn’t mean outdoor family fun should be put on ice until the spring. In fact, the opposite is true — winter in Northeast Ohio brings a slew of must-do seasonal activities. Whether you choose to revisit some family favorites or try something new this season, you’ll find some ideas below.
Wintertime Fun Guide Directory - Northeast Ohio
The Rink at Wade Oval

10820 East Blvd., Cleveland
Your winter adventure begins at The Rink at Wade Oval, proudly sponsored by PNC! Throughout the winter, guests will enjoy open skate hours, free learn-to-skate lessons, “Pink the Rink” at Valent...
The Ice Rink at Lock 3

200 S. Main St., Akron
Winter is a blast at Lock 3 in downtown Akron, with a host of attractions including Ohio's largest seasonal outdoor ice skating rink, Reindeer Run sledding hill, holiday shopping, Breakfasts with Sant...
Alpine Valley Ski Resort
10620 Mayfield Road, Chesterland
Boston Mills Ski Resort
7100 Riverview Road, Peninsula
Brandywine Ski Resort
1146 W. Highland Road, Sagamore Hills
Canton Ice Skating Rink
215 W. Tuscarawas St., Courthouse Plaza, Canton
Cleveland Foundation Ice Rink
1 Public Square, Cleveland
Cleveland Metroparks
Various locations
Cross-country skiing is permitted on hiking, bridle, and all purpose trails (that have not been plowed) as well as the fairways and rough areas of Big Met, Little Met, Shawnee Hills, Seneca, Mastick W...
Cleveland Metroparks – The Chalet in Mill Stream Run Reservation

16200 Valley Pkwy., Strongsville
This winter, join Cleveland Metroparks in celebrating 50 seasons of Tobogganing! Experience the icy thrill of tobogganing at The Chalet in Mill Stream Run Reservation, located on Valley Parkway betwee...
Crocker Park Holiday Skating Rink
25 Main St., Westlake
Located in front of Regal Cinema/Nordstrom Rack/Noodlecat. Open through Dec. 31....
Cuyahoga Valley National Park
5465 Quick Road, Peninsula
Sledding is at Kendall Hills. Cross-country ski rentals are available at the Winter Sports Center at Kendall Lake Shelter. Snowshoe rentals are available at the Winter Sports Center at Kendall L...
Geauga Park District
Snowshoe borrowing available at The West Woods. Skiing is permitted at 17 of the parks located in the district. Check the website for classes and programs....
Halloran Park Skating Rink
3550 West 117 th St., Cleveland
Lake Metroparks

Various Locations
Celebrate winter! Lake Erie ice dunes, a spectacular Ice Festival, hiking, snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, sledding and camping are just some of the many adventures awaiting you during this snowy s...
Lorain County Metro Parks

Various Locations
Lorain County Metro Parks offers snowshoe rentals during the months of January and February at many of the parks. Cross-country skiing is allowed in all parks. Vermilion River Reservation and...
Medina County Park District
Various locations
Ohio Department of Natural Resources
Various state park locations
Portage Park District
Various locations
Portage Park District – Towner’s Woods
2264 Ravenna Road, Kent
Quail Hollow State Park
13480 Congress Lake Ave., Hartville
Stark Parks
Various locations
Summit Metro Parks
Various locations