Rochester Has Several Outdoor Ice Rinks for Winter Fun

When Mother Nature cooperates, and temps aren't crazy cold, it's nice to get outside and burn off some energy. Did you know the city of Rochester's Park and Rec Department maintains several outdoor hockey and skating rinks that are open to the public?

They're available for you to enjoy with friends and family and are located throughout town. Find out where they are, the hours of operation, and where to go to rent skates below.

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Skating is a fun way to stay active during the winter and burn calories. Avera Health says you burn between 500-700 calories per hour while skating.

Rochester's skating rinks are located around the city and are now open. The City's Park and Rec Department says they typically stay open through late February and most have warming houses and lights.

Outdoor Rinks in Rochester, Minnesota with Lights and Warming Houses:

Soldiers Field Park - 244 E Soldiers Field Drive SW
Warming House (Sat-Sun) Skate rentals available Saturdays & Sundays from 12-4 PM at the East Warming House

Allendale Park - 3000 18 Avenue NW
Size: 80' x 160'

Manor Park - 4238 Manor Park Drive NW
Size: 70' x 160'

Lincolnshire Park -5276 Members Parkway NW
Size: 70' x 160'

Viking Park - 2 Avenue & 26 Street NW
Size: 70' x 160'

Northern Heights Park - 900 22 Street NE
Size: 70' x 160'

Withers Sports Complex - 2021 Mayowood Road SW
Size: 80' x 200' & 60' x 150'

Cook Park -722 - 7th Street NW
(Strictly for public skating - No Hockey Allowed)

These rinks will remain open to the public until the end of February or until the ice starts to melt. And, if ice is your thing you should plan a trip to the Minnesota Ice Castles. It's now open for a limited time at the Minnesota State Fairgrounds. Check out the details below.