• Close up picture of ice skates.

  • Cross-country skiing

    Ski cross-country past beautiful scenery and panoramic views with your ski poles flying.  

  • Ice skating

    Ice skating is a great winter activity for people of all ages and abilities. That's why the Department of Conservation and Recreation likes to put skaters in touch with indoor skating rinks such as those you'll find here.

  • Skiing and snowboarding

    There are two kinds of people who like fast descents: those who ski and those who snowboard. And in Massachusetts, there's plenty going on for both types! Many of the ski resorts listed here offer skiing and snowboarding.

  • Snowmobiling

    Most snowmobilers agree: Winter's more fun on a snowmobile! Learn about regulations for snow vehicle operation and experience the fun of snowmobiling at forests and parks across the Commonwealth.

  • Find winter fun

    When it's winter in Massachusetts, you can be sure there will be plenty to do throughout the state. Find the best places to ski, snowshoe, skate, go dog sledding, sleigh riding, or cross-country skiing and more.

  • Ice safety

    This ice strength and safety information is presented for the benefit of ice anglers and other winter sports people recreating on iced-over bodies of water.