2024 marked the grand opening of the much-anticipated Memorial Park Multi-Purpose Trail, quickly becoming a favourite spot for locals. This 275- metre pathway is built for year-round fun. In warmer months, it’s ideal for walking, scootering, and rollerblading. As temperatures drop, the refrigerated trail transforms into a family-friendly skating destination, perfect for all ages. It’s a place where kids can practice their first glides, with parents by their side. Now open for the season, the Memorial Park Skating Trail offers Stouffville residents a place to make memories and stay active this winter. The trail was made possible through funding from the Community, Culture and Recreation Infrastructure Stream of the Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program.
Safety First
The trail operates only during posted hours when conditions are safe. It may close without notice due to weather or maintenance, so check the Town’s website before you visit, or check onsite signage for updates.
This unsupervised trail is open to all ages, but users skate at their own risk. To maintain a safe and welcoming experience, hockey, shinny, and unsafe activities like speeding or horseplay are not allowed. CSA approved helmets are strongly recommended, especially for children, and skaters under 10 must be accompanied by an adult. Please follow the skating direction, avoid standing on the trail, and use designated areas for breaks. Pets, strollers, and food or drinks are not permitted on the ice. For added accessibility, wheelchairs and personal assistance skating devices are welcome when supervised. Make your plans now to experience the beauty of skating under the open sky at Memorial Park or during a classic public skate session. This winter, you’re never more than a short trip away from an unforgettable outdoor skating adventure with family or friends! For more details, please visit the website at townofws.ca/skatingtrail
Don’t Own a Pair of Skates?
Thanks to the Cutting Edge Pro Shops located in the Stouffville Arena and Stouffville Clippers Arena, that’s no longer a problem. Offering a wide selection of skates in all sizes, Cutting Edge makes it easier and more affordable than ever to get on the ice. A new rental program allows visitors to rent skates directly from the Clippers Complex or the Stouffville Arena and use them on the Memorial Park Skating Trail. The program offers an affordable price point, ensuring that more community members can experience the joy of outdoor skating. You can now rent high quality skates and helmets, making it a convenient option for spontaneous winter outings. For information on rentals, pricing, and availability, visit the pro shops at the Stouffville Arena and Clippers Complex or visit cuttingedgeproshops.com
Operating Hours & Trail Safety
Regular hours: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM, 7 days a week
- The skating trail is open only during operation hours and when the ice surface is deemed safe.
- The trail may close at any time for maintenance, weather conditions, or safety concerns. Please check posted signs or the Town’s website for updates.
- This is an unsupervised skating trail, and participants use the trail at their own risk.
Story by: Brandi Pickering
