Illinois And Wisconsin Ice Skating Spots To Brighten Your Winter

Winter in Illinois and Wisconsin isn't the most ideal weather, but at least there are plenty of things to do outside to keep us busy until spring gets here.

The Best Places For Ice Skating In Illinois And Wisconsin

If you enjoy ice skating, Illinois and Wisconsin are two of the better states to live in because there are plenty of places to skate throughout the year. Of course, there are rinks across both states, but in the winter, there are even more outdoor places to skate. It could be a simple pond or a specially designed place. Either way, you'll be able to get your outdoor skating on.

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According to Midwest Living...

Whether you're channeling your inner Gordie Howe in Detroit or working on your best Ice Princess moves in Chicago, here are outdoor ice-skating experiences across the Midwest that stand out from the pack.

 

Here are the best places for outdoor ice skating in Illinois during the winter...

• Maggie Daley Park (Chicago)

• Millennium Park (Chicago)

• Nicholas Conservatory and Gardens (Rockford)

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Here are the best places for outdoor ice skating in Wisconsin during the winter...

• The Glide at Winter Park (Boulder Junction)

• Tenney Park (Madison)

It's funny, I grew up right across the street from a pond, but I never really learned how to skate. My mom would buy me skates from a garage sale, so they never fit right. Plus, they were worn out. My feet would hurt so bad. The ice was pretty rough, so that didn't help the situation. I wish I had learned.