Vermont Outdoor Recreation Directory

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Skating Rinks, Arenas, and Wild Ice Skating Trails

Ice skating in Vermont is a natural. Growing up here, we take for granted that come winter, ice skating will be available somewhere close by and so it is today. With indoor skating rinks, arenas, community rinks and wild ice skating trails on our lakes and ponds, there are ample opportunities to lace up and hit the ice. Here's a list of indoor skating rinks.

Wild Ice Skating

Ice Skating

Lake Morey Resort
Upper Connecticut River Valley
Wild Skating
Fairlee, VT
The Lake Morey Resort maintains the longest skating trail in the United States, a 4.5-mile loop around the lake. It’s an amazing experience that’s not to be missed. Directly in front of the resort we maintain up to 16 smaller rinks for skating and pick-up hockey games.  Skate rentals are complimentary for Lake Morey Resort guests.  Nestled in the rolling Vermont mountains, set on pristine Lake Morey, the Resort provides the perfect getaway any time of the year. In February, Lake Morey Resort  UVTA Skate-a-Thon at Lake Morey their annual Pond Hockey Tournament: Put Cancer on Ice and Upper Valley Trails Alliance Skate-a-Thon.

Kingdom Games
Northern Vermont
Running, Biking, Swimming, Kayaking, Skating
Newport, VT
The Northeast Kingdom of Vermont is one of the very first Geotourism Areas in the world, specially designated by National Geographic. It has long been a mecca for a wide variety of outdoor recreation from hunting and fishing to skiing and hiking. But it also offers a world class venue for all types of endurance sports such as running, biking, swimming, kayaking, and skating. Kingdom Games now offers over 30 days of running, biking, swimming, triathlon, kayaking, Nordic skating, pond hockey, speedskating and winter swimming events in the Northeast Kingdom of Vermont and the Eastern Townships of Quebec.

Pond Hockey at Lake Morey Resort

Clubs and Trails

Central Vermont Skating Association - CVSA’s mission is to promote, supervise and assist in the development of youth skating and hockey programs, by providing the best possible experience for all participants, including their spectators.

Champlain Valley Skating Club, Burlington, VT - We offer year round skating including individual professional instruction, US Figure Skating test sessions and the annual Champlain Valley Open Competition.

Memphremagog Ice Skating Club  - A group of ice skaters, committed to building and maintaining a 750 meter skating oval in Newport Bay and additional skating trails when possible.

Lake Morey Ice Skating Trail, Fairlee, VT  -  The groomed 4-mile-long Lake Morey Ice Skating Trail is the longest in the US. Crossing the entire lake from north to south, the trail offers panoramic views of snow-covered cliffs and mountainsides and the chance to spot a bald eagle.

North Hero Village Skating Oval - A skating oval on the ice that will be maintained until the ice melts. Bring your skates, or rent them at Hero's Welcome! Just get on Route 2 and come to North Hero Village. Free Parking and skating.

Ice Skating Trails

Skating Rinks and Information

Ice Skating at the State House
Montpelier, VT

Nordic Skater is your premier source for roller skis, ice skates, X-Country skis, and more! We offer the best prices and widest selection in all of North America. We're located at 4 Route 103A Newbury, NH 03255.

The Vermont Chamber of Commerce's statewide list of indoor ice skating rinks.

Public skating is a great way to bring the community together.

We make getting out on the ice as easy as possible with a Public Skate at the Ice Haus.

The Nordic Skater
Retailer
Roller Skis, Cross Country Skis - Boots, Ice Skates, Ice Safety Gear
We’re a small Vermont family business with the best service and the lowest prices. Nordic Skate and Cross Country Skiing gear sales and rentals. Roller Ski Rentals: Shop the largest selection and lowest prices in North America: 6 brands and 30 models of roller skis, including V2, Skike, Swenor, Powerslide, Ski Skett and Start. Most models are available for rent. From Alaska to Florida, we have the skis for you! With the largest rental fleet in the USA, our 2-week mail-order rental program offers skate, classic and 'combi' models, with solid wheels or inflatable tires, with or without brakes.

Ice Skating Safety

Ice skating is a fun winter activity, and also a great exercise! The National Safety Council offers these tips to help you and your family enjoy safe skating.

•     Wear skates that fit comfortably and provide enough ankle support to keep you on your feet.
•     Have the blades professionally sharpened at the beginning of each season.
•     Skate only on specially prepared skating areas where you are sure the ice is strong enough to withstand your weight.
•     Always check for cracks, holes and other debris.
•     Before setting out on your skating expedition, learn basic skating skills, such as how to stop and fall safely.
•     Wear warm clothing and rest when you become tired or cold.
•     Never skate alone.

Wild Ice Skating Safety
Everyone carry the same set of safety equipment that's mandatory on skating tours in Sweden.

• Ice-testing poles.They should have sharp enough tips and strong enough shafts to withstand the impact of ramming straight down into the ice without shattering. "For Nordic skaters, these double as propulsion so you don't have to do all the work with your legs," says Hess.
  
• Self-rescue equipment. These are typically ice "claws," as you won't be able to grip the slippery ice with your hands should you fall through the surface.
  
• A pro bag, or Nordic lifeline. It's essentially a small bag containing a 75- to 80-foot rope that skaters can use to rescue someone else without breaking through the ice themselves.
  
• A backpack with a change of clothes. This can also help maintain flotation if you fall into the water.