Brrrrr! Winter is here with a vengeance! Luckily, warmer days are on the horizon! (Does 16° count as “warmer days?”) Once those single-digit temps start to rise again, we could all use a little outdoor time to shake off the cabin fever.
Whether you’re looking for something low-key or a full-on outdoor adventure, here are six ways to spend your winter days (and nights) outdoors in and around Green Bay.
1. Ice Skating
Visit Titletown and take a spin around the Hy-Vee Plaza! Titletown offers skate rentals and regular events throughout the season. Check out Glow Skate nights on Thursdays and glide through the neon lights. Stop by on select Mondays for Community Nights, featuring $4 admission, which includes rentals. Check out Titletown’s website for hours, pricing, and special events.
If you’re looking for something a little quieter, Howard Commons offers outdoor skating through mid-February and has skate rentals available. You can also reserve a Winter Igloo for a little warm-up between skate sessions.
Have you own skates? Check out one of the many outdoor rinks throughout the city. Green Bay maintains several city park rinks, including Astor, Beaver Dam, Colburn, Edison, Perkins, and Red Smith parks. Over in De Pere, lace up at VFW or Legion Park, where outdoor skating and hockey rinks are available.
2. Sledding & Tubing
Sledding is one of the easiest ways to get out in winter, and as a bonus, it’s usually free! Green Bay has sledding hills scattered throughout the city, making it easy to find one close to home.
For tubing, check out Arien’s Hill, Titletown’s 46-foot tubing hill, and wave hello to Lambeau before you send it! For an even bigger rush, head to Triangle Sports Area at Baird Creek, where you’ll find an 80-foot tubing hill, complete with magic carpet lift, heated chalet, restrooms, and concessions. Before you go, check their social media page for current conditions!
You’ll also find great sledding for all ages at these area parks: Josten Park, Webster Park, Fireman’s Park, John Muir Park, Meadowbrook Park, Kiwanis Park, De Pere Community Center, Sand Acres Park, Waterford Park, and Lion’s Trailside Park.
Want to find the crème de la crème of sledding hills? Check out this Ask a Local blog and get the scoop from the people who know Green Bay best–its local residents!
3. Snowmobiling
Snowmobiling has deep roots in Wisconsin—the sport was invented here in 1924, afterall. Here in 2026, Brown County maintains nearly 200 miles of groomed and marked snowmobile trails that connect communities across the region.
The trail system is divided into zones, making it easier to plan longer rides or shorter outings. Online trail maps and condition reports are available. The trails pass through a mix of wooded areas, farmland, and small towns, with plenty of opportunities to stop for food or fuel along the way.
Learn more about snowmobiling in the Green Bay area by checking out our 2026 Snowmobiling Guide.
4. Snowshoeing & Cross-country Skiing
Snowshoeing and cross-country skiing are good options if you are looking for a more peaceful, scenic winter activity. Brown County maintains trails across multiple locations, including the Barkhausen Waterfowl Preserve, Neshota Park, and the Reforestation Camp.
If you don’t own your own snowshoes, Barkhausen offers snowshoe rentals on select winter weekends. Additional trails are available at city parks like Baird Creek, He-Nis-Ra, Colburn Park, and McAuliffe Park. You can also find groomed trails at Hilly Haven Golf Course, where you can meander through 200 acres of beautiful backwoods.
5. Fat Biking
Fat biking continues to grow in popularity around Green Bay, especially during the winter months. Several local bike shops organize group rides throughout the season. Check out Broken Spoke, Pete’s Garage, and Suamico Bike Company for more info on fat biking.
If you’re headed out on your own, check out the Reforestation Camp, Baird Creek Greenway, He-Nis-Ra Park, Calavera Springs, and area golf courses. Trail conditions may vary depending on snowfall, so check local updates before heading out.
6. Ice Fishing
When conditions are safe, anglers head out on the bay for some of the best perch, walleye, whitefish, and northern pike in the country. If you’re new to ice fishing, several area guide services offer trips and equipment and can help you get comfortable out on the ice.
Check out local guide services at Ice Fish Green Bay, Green Bay Ice Fishing, Green Bay Trophy Fishing, or Gauthier’s Fishing Guide Service.
