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Ice Rinks are closed for the 2023 Season - Check Back Soon!!!
Ice Rinks are subject to close due to weather conditions. The Ice Skating Hotline (720-880-1391) will always provide current hours of operation at Evergreen Lake's Rinks.
Skating at Evergreen Lake - Closed for the 2023 Season
Opening Day for the 2022/23 Season will be Tue, Dec 20.
- Please Check Back Often for Schedule Updates, or call the Lake House's Skating Hotline at 720-880-1391.
- Hours are normally Monday to Friday from 3 pm to 7 pm, and Saturday to Sunday from 9 AM to 7 PM. The weather may affect hours, so always call the Skating Hotline at 720-880-1391 before visiting.
Evergreen Lake 2023 Programs!
- NEW!!! Evening Pond Hockey + Broomball Leagues*
- Ice Skating Classes + Hockey Skills Clinics*
- Private Rink Rentals & Weddings
- Skate the Lake on New Year's Eve
- Pond Hockey Championship - SOLD OUT
*Registration is required. Please scroll down to the corresponding tab for details.
- Skating and Hockey Information:
- Hotline
- Hours
- Fees
- Rentals
- Lake Rules
- Private Skate Parties
- Parking & Shuttle Service
- Evening Pond Hockey and Broomball
- Ice Skating Classes and Hockey Clinics
- Ice Safety Brochure and Video
- Skate the Lake Event
- 2024 Pond Hockey Championship
Hockey and Skating Hotline: 720-880-1391
- All hours are weather permitting.
- To find out if we are open, please call the Hotline rather than calling either Rec Center, as it is updated daily.
- Always call the Hotline before you leave for the lake. Hours and days are subject to change due to fluctuating weather and ice conditions.
- Please make sure the lake is open for skating before dropping off children and be prompt picking them up at closing times.
2022/23 Normal Operating Hours - Weather Permitting
| Days | Times |
|---|---|
| Monday through Friday | 3 PM to 7 PM |
| Saturday | 9 AM to 7 PM |
| Sunday | 9 AM to 7 PM |
2022/23 Holiday & Special Event Hours - Weather Permitting
| Holiday | Date(s) | Times |
|---|---|---|
| Winter School Break | December 21 to January 4 | 9 AM to 7 PM |
| Christmas Eve | December 24 | 9 AM to 3 PM |
| Christmas Day | December 25 | 10 AM to 3 PM |
| New Year's Eve / Skate the Lake | December 31 | 10 AM to 8 PM |
| New Year's Day | January 1 | 3 to 7 PM (Ice Plunge at 12 PM) |
| Martin Luther King Day | January 16 | 9 AM to 7 PM |
| Pond Hockey Championship | January 21 and 22 | Skating will be CLOSED, Sat, Jan 21. Skating will be OPEN, Sun, Jan 22 from 2-7 PM |
| Presidents' Day | February 20 | 9 AM to 7 PM |
Always call the Skating Hotline 720-880-1391 before heading to Evergreen Lake as fluctuating weather can affect hours of operation.
2022/23 Admission Fees
| Fees Per Hour | Fee |
|---|---|
| Private Hourly Rink Rate (up to 15 people) | $120/rink (Skates not included) |
| Private Hourly Broomball Rink Rate (Up to 15 people) | $150/rink (includes stick and ball equipment) |
| Individual Admission - No Hourly Limit (4 years old and under are FREE) | $15/person |
| Individual Admission + Skate Rental | $20/person |
| Individual Skate Rental | $10/pair |
10-Punch Skate Card ($120)
Save $30 by buying a punch card good for 10 visits! This punch card can be used for all members of the family; 4 years old and under are FREE! These punches are only valid for the season in which they are purchased. No refunds or credit will be given for unused punches. Expires at end of skate season.
Skate Sharpening
Hand sharpening is offered during scheduled skate times for $10 per pair at Evergreen Lake.
Skate Rental
Skate sizes for rent range from strap-on skates to men's size 16. Expect lines for skate rental. The rental fee is $10 per pair.
Group Broomball Rental
Rink, sticks, and balls are included for $150 per hour (Individual skating admission included for up to 15 people).
Ice Rink Rental
A portion of the lake skating area may be sectioned off for the use of private parties, hockey games, broomball, or other skating activities.
Please visit the following skating reservation link to reserve an individual rink at Evergreen Lake or Buchanan Ponds.
- The rental fee is $120 per hour at Evergreen Lake (Individual skating admission included for up to 15 people).
The Octagon Room at Evergreen Lake House is available for private skate parties ($600 for 90 minutes of ice skating and 90 minutes in the Octagon Room). Ice skate rentals not included. Parking is not guaranteed. Email Krista Emrich for more information and reservations.
Parking at Evergreen Lake House is limited and available on a first come, first served basis. There will be shuttles available on the weekends and holidays at Stagecoach Park lower parking lot (by turf field).
EPRD Pond Hockey and Broomball
January 9 Thru February 3
- 4 week session (make-ups will be available Feb 6-17 if needed)
- 5:30 PM-7 PM (See session schedules below)
- Pick-up game style. Participants choose their teams on site.
- All sessions are coed
- Prior registration is required for all sessions. No drop-ins allowed.
- Registration deadline: Dec 30
Mondays - High School (14-18 yrs)
Register here for High School Pond Hockey
Tuesdays - Adult Novice (18+ yrs)
Register here for Adult Novice Pond Hockey
Wednesdays - Adult Intermediate (18+ yrs)
Register here for Adult Intermediate Pond Hockey
Thursdays - Adult Advanced (18+ yrs)
Register here for Adult Advanced Pond Hockey
Fridays - Adult Coed Broomball (18+ yrs)
Learn to Skate Classes
Register online, at Evergreen Lake House, or at either Recreation Center. Always call the Skating Hotline in advance to check conditions. Do not drop off children for classes without being sure the rink is open.
Please arrive early to rent skates (included with class) and check-in at the ticket window to receive a lesson ticket. Helmets are required.
Learn To Skate - Novice (3 to 5 Years)
Learn how to stand, walk and fall down properly on skates. The class progresses to learning how to glide and stop over the course of four weeks.
Register for Learn to Skate - Novice Classes (3-5 yrs)
Learn to Skate - Novice (6 to 9 Years)
Learn how to stand, walk, and fall down properly on skates. The class progresses to learning how to glide and stop over the course of four weeks.
Register for Learn to Skate - Novice Classes (6-9 yrs)
Advanced Skating
For children 7 years and older wanting to improve their skating skills, we recommend private/semi-private lessons.
| Private/Semi-Private Skating Lessons | ||
|---|---|---|
| Private | Half-Hour | $35 |
| Semi-Private | Half - Hour | $30 |
Please contact the Lake House to arrange private lessons - 720.880.1311 or email
Winter Skills Hockey Clinic
Improve your skating ability while learning how to play hockey. Classes consist of drills in skating, shooting, offense, defense, and scrimmage.
Classes offered in two different age groups: 5 up to 9 years and 8 up to 14 years.
Register for Winter Skills Hockey Clinic
This annual family-friendly event is a non-alcoholic event held at Evergreen Lake on December 31st each year.
Pond Hockey Championship Tournament - January 20-21, 2024
Please visit our Tournament Event page for Registration, Rules, Sponsorship, etc.