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Estes Park Ice Skating is a great way to enjoy the brisk winter air, pristine peaks, and snowy pines while having fun with family and friends.

The Aspen Lodge has spectacular views of Longs Peak and Mt. Meeker. Come play tennis, jump in the pool, or take a horseback, wagon, or sleigh ride...
Nederland Ice Rink has open skating, hockey games, broomball, skating lessons, and skate and gear rentals. In summer the rink becomes tennis courts...
Estes Park's YMCA Center has tennis courts, an indoor pool, hayrides, an ice skating pond, outdoor climbing, horseback riding, snowshoeing and more!..

Where can I find and enjoy nearby Ice Skating?

Aspen Lodge
Ice Skate on the lake at Aspen Lodge. Enjoy views of Longs Peak and Meeker Mountain as you glide across the frozen water. Plus, it’s a prime spot for a game of hockey or broomball! 

  • Location: Go south on Hwy 7 (St Vrain Ave). Turn left into the lodge. 
  • Season/Hours: Depending on weather, the lake is usually open for Ice Skating from November-February/March, 3pm-nightfall. 
  • Cost: Rent ice skates at the Aspen Lodge Activity Center, $4 per rental. Brooms, balls, and sticks are available for free. 
  • Services: Aspen Lodge also has an outdoor hot tub, dining at the Aspen Grill, and sleigh rides. 
  • Phone: (970) 586-8133

YMCA of the Rockies
Ice Skate on Dorsey Pond at the YMCA of the Rockies, near the Beaver Meadows Entrance of Rocky Mountain National Park, just outside of Estes Park. 

  • Location: Go west on US 36. Turn left on CO-66/US 36. Turn right to enter the YMCA. 
  • Season/Hours: Depending on weather, the lake is typically iced over November-February/March, and open for skating Sunday-Thursday 8am-4:30pm, Friday-Saturday 8am-9pm. 
  • Cost: If you are staying at the YMCA lodge, skate rentals require a $5 deposit. Day visitors need to pay $15 for a day pass, plus a $5 deposit for the ice skates. 
  • Services: The YMCA has a year round indoor swimming pool and snowshoe tours. 
  • Phone: (970) 586-3341

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