Nature just dropped a boatload of snow on STMA, which makes it the perfect time to do some sledding!

If your kids are hoping to hit the slopes on their sleds, take a peek at the map below to find yourselves a great spot to catch some speed. (Descriptions available below the map)

St. Michael-Albertville:

Highwoods Park
12745 Frankfort Parkway NE, St Michael (map)
At this popular sledding destination you’ll find some small sledding hills near the playground as well as a bigger hill sloping away from the playground where big kids can catch some serious speed! There is some water at the bottom of the tall hill, so keep a close eye on your kids if it’s not frozen solid.

STMA Middle School West
11343 50th Street NE, Albertville (map)
Park in the parking lot east of the school. You’ll find a small hill off to your left and a taller one beyond the football field. (Just watch out for the goal post when you’re sliding down.🤭)

STMA Community Education Center
60 Central Avenue W, St Michael (map)
The Community Education center has both a steep and shallow hill between the parking lots and the playground. You’re sure to find one that’s the right height for your littler kiddos.

Big Woods Elementary
13470 Frankfort Parkway NE, St Michael (map)
The property surrounding Big Woods is on a medium-sized hill that slopes down toward Frankfort Parkway.

Surrounding Area:

Otsego Prairie Park
13355 90th St NE, Otsego (map)
Prairie Park features an approximately 25-foot manmade sledding hill near the playground and a “sled shed” in case you forget your own sleds.

Hassan Elementary
14055 Orchid Avenue, Rogers  (map)

East Bridge Park
199 River Street E, Monticello  (map)
Tip: If the small parking lot is full, you can park at Walgreens and walk across the street. (Beware, this hill is pretty steep and has been known to cause some injuries during icy weather!)

Buffalo Heights Golf Course
905 MN-25, Buffalo  (map)

Elm Creek Park Reserve
12400 James Deane Parkway, Maple Grove  (map)
In addition to the free sledding hill, the winter recreation area at Elm Creek Park Reserve also offers a lighted tubing hill (complete with lifts and snow-making) and a beginner-level downhill ski/snowboard hill. Visit their website for more info, or click here for current hours and daily pass rates.