Where To Skate, Ski And Sled In And Around Channahon

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

Inwood Ice Arena

Address: 3000 W Jefferson St, Joliet, IL 60435

Phone: (815) 741-7275

Details: An easy 15-minute drive from Channahon is Inwood Ice Arena, a popular indoor rink offering public skating sessions, lessons, and hockey programs for all ages. It’s a convenient winter activity for families looking to skate indoors regardless of the wintery weather.

Rocket Ice Arena

Address: 2300 Rocket Ice Pkwy, Bolingbrook, IL 60490

Phone: (630) 739-1700

Details: Rocket Ice Arena is a large indoor skating facility with open skate hours, figure skating, and youth hockey programs that's just a 30 minute drive from Channahon. Its size and variety of programs make it a favorite for both families and recreational skaters.

🎿 Skiing, Snowboarding & Tubing — Day Trips

Four Lakes Alpine Snowsports

Address: 5750 Lakeside Dr, Lisle, IL 60532

Phone: (630) 964-2550

Details: Four Lakes Alpine Snowsports offers downhill skiing, snowboarding, and lessons on a compact hill ideal for beginners. Given that Four Lakes is less than a 40 minute drive from Channahon, it's one of the closest ski destinations for residents looking for a quick winter day trip.

Villa Olivia

Address: 1401 W Lake St, Bartlett, IL 60103

Phone: (630) 540-6424

Details: Villa Olivia is a well-known Illinois winter destination featuring skiing, snowboarding, and dedicated snow tubing lanes. Its variety of slopes and tubing options make it a popular choice for families and groups. As a bonus, it's a quick 1-hour drive from Channahon.

☃️ Outdoor Play & Sledding Spots

When snow hits and conditions are safe—and you're ready for some cold weather fun—area parks and preserves become great places for sledding and winter play. Be sure to check local park district or forest preserve updates before heading out, as sledding availability depends on snowfall and conditions.

Natural hills and open spaces in parks around Channahon, Shorewood, and nearby Joliet often become popular sledding spots after a good snowfall, and most are an easy 10–25 minute drive from Channahon. (Source: Channahon Park District)

Further outdoors:

Goodenow Grove Nature Preserve — This scenic Will County preserve offers open terrain, gentle hills, and winter hiking opportunities when conditions allow, and it’s about a 45-minute drive from Channahon.

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

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