Winter Outdoor Recreation

In the winter months, weather in Idaho Falls is typically snow-covered and frozen for at least a couple of months. With this, we find as many ways as possible to have fun!!

Trail Grooming in the Park System


Parks and Recreation works hard during the winter to keep Freeman Park and Tautphaus Park groomed for cross country skiing. Both Freeman and Tautphaus can be used anytime during the week or weekend and are completely free. The trails will be groomed the entire winter depending on snow conditions.


Two people cross country skiing in the snow.

Ski at Tautphaus Park


Children's cross-country ski equipment is available for rent at the Joe Marmo/Wayne Lehto Ice Arena in Tautphaus Park. This is a great activity for your next family outing, scouting event or church function. Rentals are intended to be used in Tautphaus Park only. The rental fee is $5 per package.

Hours


  • Monday - Friday 11 a.m. - Sunset
  • Saturday and Sunday 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Outdoor Ice Rinks in Idaho Falls


Ice Skating can be enjoyed by the entire family and can be done inside between October and March or outside during the real cold months of the year. Grab a pair of skates from the Joe Marmo/Wayne Lehto Ice Arena and let loose on the outdoor rink in Tautphaus Park. Here is a list of all 4 of the outdoor ice rinks in Idaho Falls (weather permitting):
  • In the Sunnyside Park Parking Lot
  • Behind Soapy's Car Wash
  • Corner of Rollandet and Softball Drive (Elk Field)
  • Tautphaus Park Football Field (Just east of the Ice Arena)
An outdoor ice skating rink surrounded by snow.

Skate Rentals for Tautphaus Park Rink


Skate rentals will be available this winter for the outdoor rink that will be put in the field just east of the ice arena. Rentals will be available inside the Joe Marmo/Wayne Lehto Ice Arena as weather permits. Keys or driver's license will be required for a deposit. The rental fee is $3.25

Hours


  • Monday - Friday: 11 a.m. - Sunset
  • Saturday and Sunday: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.