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Colorado Ice Skating

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With a plethora of indoor and outdoor rinks, you can skate year-round here. Thanks to the Rocky Mountains, Colorado is home to lots of outdoor ice rinks. Most lakes began to freeze over in November and start opening up shortly after, through March, weather permitting.

List of Outdoor Ice Rinks in CO

Most resort towns have a frozen pond or lake that opens for ice skating each winter. Most of these rinks are completely outdoors, while some are partially covered with a roof. You can find both free and those that charge a small fee for use. Ice skates are usually available for rent.

Image of people skating at Beaver Creek in Avon, Colorado

Beaver Creek Ice Rink – Avon

Big Mine Ice Arena Crested Butte

Big Mine Ice Arena – Crested Butte

Carroll Park Ice Rink Alamosa Hockey

Carroll Park Ice Rink – Alamosa

WinterSkate at Northfield in Denver, CO

CLOSED | WinterSkate at Northfield – Denver

Image of Copper Mountain's ice skating rink in Colorado

Copper Mountain Ice Skating

Downtown Denver Ice Skating at Skyline Park

Downtown Denver Rink at Skyline Park

Evergreen Lake Ice Skating

Evergreen Lake Ice Skating

Image of the Frozen Fire Rink in Idaho Springs, Colorado

Frozen Fire Rink – Idaho Springs

Hanley Ice Rink Telluride

Hanley Ice Rink – Telluride

Jorgensen Ice Rink Gunnison

Jorgensen Ice Rink – Gunnison

Ski Kendall Ice Skating Silverton Colorado

Kendall Mountain Ice Rink – Silverton

Dercum Square Ice Rink

Keystone Dercum Square Ice Rink

Image of a family skating at Keystone Resort's Lake in Colorado

Keystone Lake Ice Rink

Longmont Ice Pavilion Colorado

Longmont Ice Pavilion

Image of the Telluride Mountain ice skating rink in Colorado

Mountain Village Ice Rink – Telluride

NedRink Ice Skating Nederland

NedRINK at Nederland Ice & Racquet Park

Louisville WinterSkate Colorado

Old Town Skate — Louisville

Pagosa Pavilion Ice Skating Colorado

Pagosa Multi-Purpose Pavilion Ice Rink – Pagosa Springs

Parker Ice Trail Colorado

Parker Ice Trail at Discovery Park

Image of the Rink at the Castle in Castle Rock, Colorado

Rink at the Rock – Castle Rock

Silver Circle Ice Rink Apsen Colorado

Silver Circle Ice Rink & Mini Golf – Aspen

Image of people on the rink at Skate in the Park at Acacia Park in Colorado Springs

Skate in the Park at Acacia Park – Colorado Springs

Snowmass Base Village Plaza Ice Rink, CO

Snowmass Base Village Plaza Ice Rink

image of the Solaris Plaza Ice Skating Rink in the heart of Vail Village in the secluded morning hours

Solaris Plaza Ice Skating Rink – Vail

Ice Rink Promenade Shops at Centerra Loveland Colorado

The Ice Rink at Promenade Shops at Centerra – Loveland

Pond Ice Rink Southlands

The Pond Ice Rink at Southlands – Aurora

The Pond Ice Skating Rink Fort Collins

The Pond Ice Rink Foothills – Fort Collins

Belmar Ice Rink Ice Skating Lakewood Colorado

The Rink at Belmar – Lakewood

Image of a persons skates on an ice rink

Town Park Ice Rink – Lake City

Image of the Vail Village Ice Rink in Colorado

Vail Square Ice Rink

Image of a person skating t Winter Park Resort's ice rink in Colorado

Winter Park Village Ice Rink

YMCA of the Rockies Ice Skating Estes Park

YMCA of the Rockies Ice Rink – Estes Park

List of Indoor Ice Rinks in CO

Ice skating is available year-round at indoor rinks across the state. These large ice rinks usually host a myriad of activities, from hockey leagues to figure skating classes. Skate rentals can be found at each one.

Image of people skating at Apex Park in Arvada, Colorado

Apex Center Ice Arena – Arvada

Aspen Ice Garden Broomball Colorado

Aspen Ice Garden – Aspen

Image of the BBHAL champions at the Big Bear Ice Arena in Denver, Colorado

Big Bear Ice Arena – Denver

Chapman Hill Ice Rink Durango

Chapman Hill Ice Rink – Durango

Colorado World Arena Ice Hall CO Springs

Colorado World Arena Ice Hall – Colorado Springs

Dobson Ice Arena Vail Colorado

Dobson Ice Arena – Vail

Image of a youth hockey game at Eagle Pool and Ice Rink in Colorado

Eagle Pool & Ice Rink – Eagle

Edge Ice Arena

Edge Ice Arena – Littleton

Image of Edora Pool Ice Center in Fort Collins in Colorado

Edora Pool Ice Center – Fort Collins

Image of the Family Sports Center ice rink in Centennial, Colorado

Family Sports Ice Arena – Centennial

Fraser Valley Sports Complex Ice Rink

Fraser Valley Sports Complex – Fraser

Glenwood Springs Ice Rink Colorado

Glenwood Springs Ice Rink

Image of people free skating at Greeley Ice Haus in Colorado

Greeley Ice Haus – Greeley

Howelsen Ice Arena

Howelsen Park Ice Arena – Steamboat Springs

Image of skaters at Ice Centre at the Promenade in Colorado

Ice Centre At The Promenade – Wesminster

Lewis Ice Arena Aspen Colorado

Lewis Ice Arena – Aspen

Image of people playing hockey at Monument Ice Rinks in Colorado

Monument Ice Rinks – Monument

Image of people skating at Noco Ice Center in Fort Collins, Colorado

NoCo Ice Center – Fort Collins

Image of people skating at Pueblo Ice Arena in Colorado

Pueblo Ice Arena – Pueblo

River City Sportplex, Grand Junction, Colorado

River City Sportplex – Grand Junction

Sertich Ice Center Colorado Springs

Sertich Ice Center – Colorado Springs

South Suburban Ice Arena

South Suburban Ice Arena – Centennial

Image of Sport Stable in Superior, Colorado

Sport Stable – Superior

Stephen C West Arena Ice Skating Breckenridge

Stephen C West Arena – Breckenridge

Map of Indoor and Outdoor Ice Rinks

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Ice Skating in downtown Denver. Photo by: Kent Kanouse

Ice skating has long been a popular winter activity in cold places. It is believed to have its roots in Scandanavia a few thousand years ago. People would glide across the ice with flattened bones attached to their feet to move more efficiently. Steel skates were conceptualized in the 13th century by the Dutch.

In Colorado, ice skating is a year-round activity, whether it be indoors at a rink or outside on a frozen lake. Most of the venues are open into the night, so it’s a great activity for after work or school. The Rocky Mountains provide a truly memorable place to have some fun on the ice!

All levels and ages can enjoy ice skating in Colorado. Each rink will usually have cheap rentals, but it’s always smart to arrive early in case they sell out. Skate sizing is the same as normal shoe sizing.

Hockey and broomball leagues are also common at the indoor and some of the outdoor rinks, such as Evergreen Lake, for a range of ages and abilities. These games are a fun way to get better at skating and make new friends.

Winter outdoor ice skating

Keystone Lakeside Village Ice Skating Colorado
Keystone Lakeside Village ice rink. Photo: Keystone Resort

Take a chance on the ice this winter if you have the opportunity to pass by a rink. Each resort town generally boasts a wonderful outdoor rink to skate the night away. If not, they probably have an indoor rink open year-round.

The largest Zamboni-maintained ice rink in North America is Keystone Lake. It’s a five-acre lake open to all types of skating and even hockey. Evergreen is another massive lake that’s a can’t-miss for those looking for an unforgettable experience.

There are small picturesque rinks at Beaver Creek, Copper Mountain, Vail, and Winter Park. These rinks are in the heart of the lovely resort villages. It’s the perfect, peaceful activity after a day on the mountain.

Year-round indoor ice skating

Indoor ice arena
Dobson Ice Arena in Vail. Photo by: facebook.com/dobsonicearena

When winter passes, or if there’s no outdoor option, skating is still a blast indoors. If you’re at a ski resort, Steamboat features the Howelsen Park Ice Arena, which has an Olympic size rink and bleachers for those looking to observe. Both Breck’s Stephen C West Arena​ and Vail’s Dobson Ice Arena have large, multi-purpose ice rinks for year-round fun.

It’s usually pretty easy to find an ice skating rink around if you’re in a larger town. Checking out the guide to which rinks are near each town in Colorado is a great way to find one near you.

Tips for Getting on the Ice

3 people ice skating on an outdoor rink
Ice skaters at a public outdoor rink. Photo by: Let Ideas Compete

If you’ve never set foot in an ice skating rink (or maybe it’s just been a long time), don’t let it deter you from having fun! Everyone starts from somewhere, so take a look at these tips and remember to just have fun. If you want to get more seriously into skating, lessons are available at nearly all the indoor ice skating rinks and a few of the bigger outdoor rinks.

  • Whether indoor or outdoor skating, it’s wise to wear warm, long layers. Gloves, long socks, and a hat are the cherry on top to ensure you’re comfortable for the whole experience.
  • Lace up your skates tight enough that they support your ankles as you move around. If they’re too loose you’ll feel it in your shins pretty quickly, but make sure you leave enough wiggle room so your feet don’t go numb!
  • If you’re new to the ice, take a minute before you step into the rink to see which direction the other skaters are going. There is typically a pretty obvious pattern either clockwise or counterclockwise.
  • Don’t be afraid to stay near the wall and start slow if you’ve never skated before. Try just walking on the ice and getting used to balancing before gaining speed.
  • If you feel like you’re going to fall, lower your center of gravity by bending your knees to stabilize yourself.

Colorado Skating Events

4 people playing ice hockey on a pond
Colorado Pond Hockey tournament in Silverthorne, CO. Photo by: facebook.com/coloradopondhockey

Feb – Colorado Pond Hockey Tournament – Anyone is welcome to enter this stress-free pond hockey tournament held each year in Silverthorne. Teams of 4-6 can compete in a number of categories based on skill level. A portion of the registration fees benefits local charities.

Feb – Palmer Lake Winterfest – In addition to other fun winter-themed activities, the town hosts a broomball tourney for all to join. There are three categories: adult, family/friends, and youth who compete for the title of World’s Okayest Broomball Champions.

Feb – Grand Lake Pond Hockey Classic – This is a fairly new tournament that has gained popularity in the Grand Lake area. The frozen lake is sectioned off into 5 rinks where 45 teams battle it out to be crowned champions.

Ice skating is a fun activity for the whole family to enjoy in the Centennial State. Have a terrific time exploring Colorado’s many indoor and outdoor ice rinks.

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