Winter Recreation

Updated as of  September 18, 2023

Please find below information on winter walking conditions, cross country ski trails, snowshoe trails, multi-use groomed winter trails, free snowshoe activities , indoor public skating, and outdoor rinks in Charlottetown maintained by the Parks & Recreation Department.

Winter Walking Conditions

Boardwalk/ Trails  Conditions
Victoria Park Boardwalk 100% exposed, some standing water
Confederation Trail  100% exposed surface, some standing water
With fluctuating temperatures it can be challenging to manage icy conditions, please use caution.

Cross Country Ski Trails & Snowshoe Trails


 Trails  Conditions
Victoria Park (Cross Country) Closed- snow based too thin for grooming
Victoria Park (Snowshoe) Not Groomed - snow base too thin for grooming
*Conditions may change hourly

Public is advised to use caution in wooded areas, as there has been significant tree damage due to Hurricane Fiona, and there may be some tree stumps and debris buried under the snow.  Parks and Recreation staff have placed stakes by tree stumps along the trails at Victoria Park. The snowshoe trail  is adjacent to the cross country ski trail, please be careful not to walk on the ski trail.

*Note: Due to damage sustained from Fiona, there will be no cross country ski or snowshoe trails at Belvedere Golf Course. This is considered private property and the public is asked to stay off the course. 

 Multi-Use Groomed Winter Trail 

To encourage public use during winter months 8km of  winter trail grooming occurs at Acadian Forest, Andrews Pond & Wrights Creek. 
 

Date Last Groomed: January 25, 2023

Groomed Trail Etiquette
Cycling PEI has been contracted to groom this multi-use pathway. 

Free Snowshoe Activities


Free Snowshoe Lending at City Hall

Visit the Charlottetown Parks & Recreation Office between Monday and Friday to borrow a pair of FREE snowshoes. Snowshoes must be returned by 3:00 pm the following business day.  There are a limited number of snowshoes available on a first come first serve basis. Snowshoes must be returned by 3:00 pm the following business day.

Sunday Snowshoes in the Park

Sundays | 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm     - Ended for the 2023 Season

Embrace Sunday Fun-day by exploring Victoria Park's beautiful trails with these FREE snowshoe rentals. The Charlottetown Parks & Recreation Department will be at the Victoria Park Ball Field Clubhouse from 1:00PM – 3:00PM offering free snowshoe rentals. Drop by to pick up a pair and enjoy a cup of hot chocolate afterwards! There are a limited number of snowshoes available on a first come first serve basis.

Snowshoes After Dark at Victoria Park

Fridays (February 3 - March 3, 2023) | 6:00 - 8:00pm 
Bring your adventurous spirit and your flashlight and explore Victoria Park’s beautiful trails after dark! The Charlottetown Parks & Recreation Department will be at the Victoria Park Ball Field Clubhouse from 6:00PM – 8:00PM offering free snowshoe rentals. Drop by to pick up a pair and enjoy a cup of hot chocolate. There are a limited number of snowshoes available on a first come first serve basis.


Public is advised to use caution in wooded areas, as there has been significant tree damage due to Hurricane 
Fiona, and there may be some tree stumps and debris buried under the snow. 

For more information please contact 902-368-1025.

Public Skating

 Please download the Public Skating Schedule to View:

Public Skating Schedule

Outdoor Rinks


 
2023 Outdoor Rink Map
2023 Geographical Map of Outdoor Rink Locations

All participants are required to wear CSA approved helmets while on the outdoor rinks. 

For the rinks designated as recreational skating (with the exception of Founders Hall Greenspace) pick-up hockey is permitted.  Please be respectful and share the ice with other users.

Please note that consistent temperatures of -6º are ideal to build and maintain the outdoor rinks.

For more information please contact the Parks and Recreation Department

PARK

DESCRIPTION

PERMITTED ACTIVITY/ SCHEDULE

ICE CONDITIONS

Founders Hall Greenspace - Artificial Ice
(Lower Prince Street)

Portable Artificial Rink
Ice Surface without Boards
140' x 60'

Recreational Skating Only
(No sticks or pucks permitted on the ice)
Open Daily 10am - 10pm

CLOSED FOR THE 2023 SEASON

Elmer MacFadyen Memorial Recreational Complex
(MacRae Drive)

Ice Surface with Boards
150' x 60'

Pick-up Hockey
Recreational Skating ONLY Sundays 2:00 - 4:00pm

Maintenance/construction has stopped for the 2023 season
Gordie Griffin Multi-Sport Facility
(199 Patterson Drive)

Ice Surface with Boards
140' x 60'

 Pick-up Hockey
Recreational Skating ONLY Daily
1:00 - 3:00pm and 6:00-7:00pm

Maintenance/ construction has stopped for the 2023 season

West Royalty Community Centre Multi-Sport Facility
(1 Kirkdale Road)

Ice Surface with Boards
140' x 60'

Pick-up Hockey
Recreational Skating ONLY Daily 1:00 - 3:00pm and 6:00 - 7:00pm

Maintenance/construction has stopped for the 2023 season   

Orlebar Park
(Orlebar Street)

Ice Surface without Boards
40' x 60'

Recreational Skating

Maintenance/ construction has stopped for the 2023 season

Mulberry Park
(Mulberry Avenue)

Ice Surface without Boards
60' x 100'

Recreational Skating

Maintenance/construction has stopped for the 2023 season

J. Frank McAulay 
(Spring Lane)

Ice Surface without Boards
60' x 120'

Recreational Skating

Maintenance/ construction has stopped for the 2023 season 

Spring Park 
(Spring Park Road)

Ice Surface without Boards
50' x 80'

Recreational Skating

Maintenance/construction has stopped for the 2023 season

Highfield Park
(Highfield Avenue)

Ice Surface without Boards
40' x 60'

Recreational Skating

Maintenance/ construction has stopped for the 2023 season
Rosemount Park (Rosemount Drive)

Ice Surface without Boards
30' x 60'

Recreational Skating

Maintenance/construction has stopped for the 2023 season
Centennial Park
(Sycamore Avenue)

Ice Surface without Boards
30' x 60'

Recreational Skating

Maintenance/ construction has stopped for the 2023 season