Outdoor Skating

Richmond Hill has great outdoor skating opportunities in the winter.

Richmond Green Skate Trail 

The Skate Trail is open! 

The Richmond Green Skate Trail features:

• A 250 metre trail through natural space
• Lights for evening skating
• Heated washrooms and change rooms
• Parking

The trail is open daily for ice skating between 10 a.m. and 10 p.m. from December to March (weather permitting). It is also open for inline skating from April 1 to November 1.

The skate trail is located at 1300 Elgin Mills Road East right next to Tom Graham Arena.

Status: OPEN. 

Mill Pond

Enjoy skating on the natural ice of Mill Pond in the winter. Make sure the ice is safe before skating. There is a sign posted at the south end of the pond.

Status: CLOSED due to unsafe ice conditions. 

Ice Safety

We know how inviting a clean sheet of ice can be. However, we advise everyone to stay off of frozen lakes, rivers, ponds* and stormwater ponds, as the ice may not be safe. Even if the weather has been cold, other factors such as water flow, fluctuating water levels and snow on the ice, can contribute to unsafe conditions. In addition, even if the ice at the water's edge seems safe, it can get weaker as you get farther out. 

If someone falls through the ice, call 9-1-1. Do not put yourself in danger. Throw a flotation device, rope, extension cord, ladder or long pole to hold onto. If they manage to get out, try to dry them off and keep them warm until emergency personnel arrive. 

*The only natural body of water that is monitored by the Town is the Mill Pond. Signage posted at the south end of the pond lets you know when it is safe for skating and other activities.  

More information

Learn about Richmond Hill's:

• Skating programs
• Arenas
• Ice rentals