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Outdoors on Ice – Public Rinks
It’s time to sharpen your skates! Embrace the frost this year and get active with your family at any of Haliburton Highlands five outdoor ice skating rinks.
Dawson Hamilton Memorial Rink
Located at the Cultural Centre in Minden Hills. This rink offers recreational skating and some light posts for evening enjoyment … Learn More
Dysart et al Outdoor rink
Conveniently located near the library and the downtown in the village of Haliburton… Learn More
Stanhope Gardens
Located behind the Stanhope Firefighters’ Community Hall this rink has a light post for evening skating enjoyment… Learn More
dorset ice palace
It’s lit up at night and there’s a spacious, heated room for you to lace up in. The rink is located in the heart of the village… Learn More
Couples who ice skate together, stay together.
Whenever the temperature drops, and you’re looking for something fun to do, you can always try to go on an exciting winter date. Below are some accommodations that have skating rinks and trails available to their guests.
Shalom by the lake
This is the perfect way to warm up after a skate or whole watching the sun go down…. Learn More
Ogopogo Resort
Lit at night time and we keep it flooded for the best conditions. We also offer a tobogganing ramp for our guests as well… Learn More
Miners’ Bay Lodge
Enjoy any time of day with our Christmas lights to light your way at night and a rinkside campfire to stay extra warm… Learn More
Below are some great pictures of the #myhaliburtonhighlands that might inspire you.
Looking for some Indoor Public Skating?
a.j. larue arena
Home to a single ice pad. The ice is usually put in mid-June to be ready for the summer season and then remains in place for the fall/winter season. … Learn More
Keith Tallman Memorial arena
Located in Wilberforce, the ice season runs from mid-October to the end of March… Learn More
S.G. Nesbitt Memorial Arena
An NHL sized ice pad located in Minden and has excellent quality ice for skating events, from late August to Easter Weekend… Learn More