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Ice skating rinks in South Dakota

15 ice skating rinks in South Dakota, out of 17 skating rinks we list in the state. A rink is listed here only when Google lists it as an ice skating rink, its name says so, or a customer review or the rink's own website describes ice skating there. Sorted by Google rating, weighted by the number of reviews.

Ice time is shared with hockey, figure skating and lessons, so public skate sessions can be short and change week to week. Check the rink's schedule before you go.

Admit one · Ice No. 0001

SCHEELS IcePlex

4300 N Bobhalla Dr, Sioux Falls, SD

Ice Public skatingHockey
4.6Rating
432Reviews
3Programs

“As a beginner figure skater I absolutely love this rink it's so fun The staff is absolutely amazing and so is the food The rinks aren't too cold and the is of good quality” (Google review, Dec 2025)

Google lists it as an ice skating rink · Mentioned 21 times in reviews

  • Public skating “3 large rinks open year round with lots of activities like open skate, stick and puck, hockey games, and even curling.” (Google review, Oct 2025)
  • Hockey Same review as above
Admit one · Ice No. 0002

Odde Ice Arena

400 24th Ave NW, Aberdeen, SD

Ice Public skatingLessons
4.6Rating
238Reviews
4Programs

Google lists it as an ice skating rink

Mentioned 11 times in reviews

  • Public skating “Wings games in the winter and open skate just about every afternoon.” (Google review, Feb 2017)
  • Lessons “Offer skate rental and lessons.” (Google review, Feb 2017)
Admit one · Ice No. 0003

Roosevelt Park Ice Arena

235 Waterloo St, Rapid City, SD

Ice Outdoor / seasonal Public skatingLessons
4.5Rating
198Reviews
6Programs

“Summer fun at it's best, great cool workout as we get ready for this year's hockey and figure skating season while having lots of fun and laughs.” (Google review, Dec 2022)

Google lists it as an ice skating rink · Per the rink's website · Mentioned 21 times in reviews

  • Outdoor / seasonal Same review as above
  • Public skating Per the rink's website
  • Lessons “Son finally took lessons and now is on his way to the skating life.” (Google review, May 2018)
Admit one · Ice No. 0004

Mitchell Activity Center

1001 N Minnesota St, Mitchell, SD

Ice Public skatingSkate rental
4.6Rating
82Reviews
3Programs

Google lists it as an ice skating rink

Per the rink's website · Mentioned 6 times in reviews

  • Public skating “Open skate is a blast, especially with the new bumper cars.” (Google review, Mar 2021)
  • Skate rental Per the rink's website
Admit one · Ice No. 0005

Yankton Area Ice

905 Whiting Dr, Yankton, SD

Ice Public skatingLessons
4.4Rating
81Reviews
5Programs

“They have hockey, figure skating and open skates during the winter.” (Google review, Jan 2018)

Google lists it as an ice skating rink · Per the rink's website · Mentioned 13 times in reviews

  • Public skating Same review as above
  • Lessons Per the rink's website
Admit one · Ice No. 0006

Oahe Expo Center

320 Casey Tibbs St, Fort Pierre, SD

Ice Public skatingHockey
4.3Rating
83Reviews
2Programs

“Overall, this rink was a nice place to watch hockey and get away from the wind for a while.” (Google review, Nov 2016)

Google lists it as an ice skating rink · Mentioned 8 times in reviews

  • Public skating “My grand daughter likes to skate and she skates at open skate and she loves it great place” (Google review, Feb 2020)
  • Hockey Same review as above
Admit one · Ice No. 0007

Larson Ice Center

924 32nd Ave, Brookings, SD

Ice Public skatingSkate rental
4.5Rating
56Reviews
4Programs

“Nice rinks , our oldest son was playing hockey there.” (Google review, Dec 2020)

Google lists it as an ice skating rink · Per the rink's website · Mentioned 13 times in reviews

  • Public skating Per the rink's website
  • Skate rental Per the rink's website
Admit one · Ice No. 0008

Prairie Lakes Ice Arena

3015 1st Ave NE, Watertown, SD

Ice Public skatingHockey
4.9Rating
38Reviews
3Programs

“An unbelievable addition to South Dakota hockey and figure skating.” (Google review, Feb 2024)

Google lists it as an ice skating rink · Mentioned 9 times in reviews

  • Public skating “We love coming here for open skate.” (Google review, Feb 2026)
  • Hockey “The ice arena is very nice glad that Watertown has a ice hockey team now” (Google review, Dec 2024)
Admit one · Ice No. 0009

McKennan Park Ice Rink

400 E 26th St, Sioux Falls, SD

Ice
4.7Rating
37Reviews
—Programs

“The ice rink isn't open in the summer (obviously) but I always enjoy the park and all of its amenities.” (Google review, Aug 2020)

Google lists it as an ice skating rink · Mentioned 4 times in reviews

Admit one · Ice No. 0010

PAYSA Ice Rink

1610 Lowell Ave, Pierre, SD

Ice
4.3Rating
6Reviews
—Programs

Google lists it as an ice skating rink

Admit one · Ice No. 0011

Memorial Park Outdoor Ice Skating Rink

Memorial Park, 7500 W 26th St, Sioux Falls, SD

Ice Outdoor / seasonal Skate rental
5Rating
3Reviews
2Programs

“The rink is very accessible to anyone and there is even a hockey rink to separate people playing hockey and people who are just skating.” (Google review, Dec 2023)

Google lists it as an ice skating rink · Mentioned 4 times in reviews

  • Outdoor / seasonal “Very nice outdoor ice skating rink.” (Google review, Feb 2022)
  • Skate rental Mentioned 2 times in reviews
Admit one · Ice No. 0012

Frank Olson Park Ice Skating Rink - Warming House

4004 E 16th St, Sioux Falls, SD

Ice
5Rating
1Reviews
—Programs

“nice small rank with good lights. looks safer than most park ice rinks.” (Google review, Mar 2023)

Google lists it as an ice skating rink

Admit one · Ice No. 0013

Ice Arena

444 Mt Rushmore Rd, Rapid City, SD

Ice
5Rating
1Reviews
—Programs

Google lists it as an ice skating rink

Admit one · Ice No. 0014

Sherman Park Ice Skating Rink - Warming House

705 S Kiwanis Ave, Sioux Falls, SD

Ice
5Rating
1Reviews
—Programs

Google lists it as an ice skating rink

Admit one · Ice No. 0015

Campus Park Ice Rink and Warming House

Campus Park, 1700 S Summit Ave, Sioux Falls, SD

Ice
—Rating
—Reviews
—Programs

Google lists it as an ice skating rink

Ice skating rinks by city in South Dakota

Cities with two or more ice skating rinks.

Before you go ice skating

  1. Check the public skate schedule. Ice time is shared with hockey, figure skating and classes, so public sessions can be short and change week to week. The ice is resurfaced between sessions.
  2. Dress warm, in layers. Rinks are cold. Wear gloves to protect your hands if you fall, and one pair of thin or medium socks so the skates fit well.
  3. Rentals vary. Most rinks rent figure or hockey skates. Lace them snug around the ankle. If you bring your own, keep the blades sharp and use guards off the ice.
  4. Helmets help beginners. A helmet is a good idea for kids and first-timers. Stay near the boards until you find your balance and skate with the flow of traffic.

More: lessons, hockey and figure skating · guides for first-time skaters