The IceWay Skating Trails at Rundle Park

Updated January 30, 2026

I admit it, I am not a huge fan of outdoor winter activities – cold weather is not my jam. Neither is skating around a circle over and over. BUT I proved myself wrong when my family, along with some family friends, decided to check out the IceWay Skating Trails at Rundle Park this weekend.

After a Christmas break of being cooped up inside from colds and severely freezing temperatures, we were ready to get the heck out of the house!

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The IceWay Trails at Rundle Park

Rundle Park has just under 2 kms of well maintained ice skating pathways that wind you through the trees and beautiful setting in the parks area. We skated the trails at dusk and really enjoyed the Christmas lights and lanterns along the path (though, it would be awesome to see even more lights).

Skaters can explore the trails, all of which interconnect, and enjoy larger skating surfaces along the way.

It really is a beautiful setting!

Getting Started at Rundle Park

Park your car in the lot in front of the Family Centre (not ACT pool). There’s an indoor heated building (with bathrooms) where you can leave your shoes and put on your skates.

You’ll head into the west side of the building to change, and access to the ice is on the east side. If you’re part of a group booking you get the east side of the Family Centre.

Rentals are available, but I’d call ahead for hours. I’m unable to find anything listed online.

Making the Most of the IceWay Skating Trails at Rundle Park

To get the most out of your visit:

• Carry skate guards with you. While the entrance area is well rubbered, picnic areas along the IceWay aren’t, and the concrete will dull your skates instantly!
• If you are going just before dusk, like we did, a headlamp might be a good idea. It got a little dark in some spots of the trail.
• Make an afternoon of it and take advantage of one of the many picnic areas with fire pits along the trail. There was a family enjoying a nice hot dog roast while we were out and it looked lovely!
• Bring some hot chocolate in a thermos and a snack to enjoy a post skate treat by the fire in the Family Centre when you are finished.
• Extend your visit to Rundle Park and go tobogganing on the TWO sledding hills!

Remember to always check the ice conditions with the City of Edmonton Notifications.

Tips for Skating with Kids

Skating with kids or beginners needs a bit more patience than you’ll remember from pick-up games in your teens! To get the most out of the outing:

• Always wear a CSA approved helmet! Yes, even Mom and Dad. If McDavid can do it, so can you.
• Bring hockey sticks or a skating aid for your child if you have one.
• Dress in layers. Once you get going, skating really warms you up!
• Pack hand warmers. Even if you’re warm, somehow my fingers or toes always end up cold.
• Make sure your skates are sharp and that they fit.
  • Shopping for skates? Garage sales and Facebook Marketplace are a great spot to shop, or check out Play it Again Sports and Totem Outfitters to save.

If you’re skating with absolute beginners, I’d recommend going to a different skating rink before coming to Rundle Park. You want your group to be comfortable skating to enjoy the paths – not worrying about how you’re going to get back to the change rooms!