Skiing and Snow Tubing Destinations Near Indianapolis

There are officially 90 days of winter (which can seem like a long time) so why not embrace the cold and snow and make the most of what this season has to offer? There’s no better way to enjoy a winter day than racing down a hill on skis or a snow tube with your children squealing in delight. And finding a place to go within driving distance is easier than you might think. 

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Check out these skiing and snow tubing destinations for a snowy good time your kids won’t soon forget.

Koteewi Run Snow Tubing

11800 Koteewi Drive, Noblesville, IN
(317) 776-9199

Dates: The 2023/24 season opening day is targeted for December 23. 

If it is snow tubing you are after, you won’t have to go far! Noblesville’s Strawtown Koteewi Park is now home to central Indiana’s only groomed snow tubing hill. Slide 700 feet down groomed lanes in custom snow tubes to a soft landing, and then ride the tow line back to the top for another run. There is no experience necessary – just bundle the kids (and yourself) up for the winter weather and head out for a day of snow-filled fun. Koteewi Run is open daily through February 25 (into March, if conditions allow). Both single day tickets and season passes are available.

Perfect North

19074 Perfect Lane, Lawrenceburg, IN
(812) 537-3754
Distance from Indianapolis: 1 hour 45 minutes

Dates: Ski lifts and slopes are now open, Snow Tubing Park opening day is to be determined.

Find a mix of diverse terrain at this 22-acre ski and tubing resort. Child, adult and adaptive lessons are offered, with a lesson included for first-timers with every lift ticket purchased. Feel the need for speed? Sign up for racing lessons. Training and practice sessions are available for ages 7 and up. Don’t leave without taking a ride down one of their 23 tubing lanes, including “super lanes” that allow your entire family to slide down together.

Paoli Peaks

2798 West County Road 25 South, Paoli, IN
(812) 723-4696
Distance from Indianapolis: 2 hours

Dates: TBD

Spend the day skiing or tubing at Paoli Peaks, which offers 15 trails, 8 lifts and a natural hill with a 300-foot vertical drop. Test out the “The Bonk” terrain park with boxes, rails, steel benches and small jumps for an extra thrill on the slopes. Ten lanes of snowtubing, each 700 feet long, are available with specially constructed inner tubes at their Arctic Blast Snow Tube Park.

Swiss Valley Ski & Snowboard Area

13421 Mann Street, Jones, MI
(269) 244-5635
Distance from Indianapolis: 3 hours 25 minutes

Dates: TBD

Swiss Valley is perfect for both the novice skier and seasoned pro, with 11 runs (including 4 for beginners) and 2 terrain parks, all of which are geared for both skiing and snowboarding. Access to the beginner area is just $10 per person per day. Lift tickets start at $21 with the option to switch from skis to a snowboard/blade or vice versa for an additional $5. Sunday Fundays, held every Sunday afternoon from 2-7 pm, offers the perfect learn-to-ski package for all ages. Or opt for the Valley Kids learn-to-ski program that allows kids to learn while their parents enjoy some free time on the slopes.

Valley’s Edge Snowtubing

8295 St. Rt. 121, New Paris, OH
(937) 437-1386
Distance from Indianapolis: 1 hour and 20 minutes

Just over an hour away, Valley’s Edge Snowtubing offers affordable family fun close to home. Even when there’s no snow on the ground, there’s still snow at Valley’s Edge as they’ll make the white stuff even when Mother Nature won’t. Go on a Thursday night and pay just $6 for everyone in your family.

So grab the snowsuits, hats, gloves, boots and scarves (and your courage) – and head for the hills! A day spent skiing, snowboarding or tubing is a perfect way to enjoy the great outdoors with your crew this winter.