Where To Skate, Ski And Sled In And Around Manchester

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

Winding River Ice Rink

Address: 1211 Whitesville Rd, Toms River, NJ 08755
Phone: (732) 244-0720
Details: Winding River Ice Rink is a local favorite for year-round ice skating with open skate sessions and rentals available, and it is about a 15–20 minute drive from Manchester. Hours vary by day and season, so check the township calendar for the latest schedule.

The Ice Palace

Address: 197 Chambers Brg Rd, Brick Township, NJ 08723
Phone: (732) 920-0507
Details: The Ice Palace is a classic indoor rink offering public skating sessions and private event rentals, and it is about a 20–25 minute drive from Manchester for families looking for reliable indoor skating options in the winter months.

🎿 Skiing, Snowboarding & Tubing — Day Trips

Campgaw Mountain Ski Area

Address: 200 Campgaw Rd, Mahwah, NJ 07430
Phone: (201) 529-4945
Details: Campgaw Mountain Ski Area is a beginner-friendly ski and tubing hill with snowmaking and lessons, and it is approximately a 2-hour drive from Manchester, making it a solid option for a full winter-sports day trip.

Mountain Creek Resort

Address: 200 NJ-94, Vernon Township, NJ 07462
Phone: (973) 827-2000
Details: Mountain Creek Resort is one of New Jersey’s largest ski areas with trails for all levels, snowboarding, night skiing and tubing. It is about a 2-hour drive from Manchester and offers a full day of winter activities.

Big SNOW American Dream

Address: 1 American Dream Way, East Rutherford, NJ 07073
Details: Big SNOW American Dream provides year-round indoor skiing and snowboarding, which makes it perfect for a winter sports fix without needing ideal weather. It's about a 90–100 minute drive from Manchester.

High Point Cross Country Ski Center

Address: 1480 NJ-23, Sussex, NJ 07461
Phone: (973) 875-2109
Details: High Point Cross Country Ski Center offers cross-country skiing and winter trails for families and outdoor lovers. The center is about a 2-hour drive from Manchester, and it provides a more relaxed, scenic winter adventure.

☃️ Outdoor Play & Sledding Spots

When snow hits and conditions are safe, area parks and hills become perfect sledding and winter play areas — check local park sites or town pages before heading out for the most up-to-date information.

Ocean County spots to consider:

• Hills in parks around Bayville, Toms River and Berkeley are great sledding picks when snow accumulates, and all are approximately a 20–35 minute drive from Manchester. (Source: 92.7 WOBM)

Further outdoors:

• Swartswood State Park — This large natural area has space for winter hiking or soft-terrain skiing when conditions allow, and it is about a 1 hour 45 minute drive from Manchester.

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

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