Winter in Waukesha County: 2025 Sledding Hill Guide

Winter in Waukesha County isn’t just about braving the cold—it’s about finding ways to enjoy it. When the snow piles up, our parks turn into sledding spots where families and kids trade shovels for sleds and cabin fever for downhill fun.

And just like choosing the right home, picking the perfect sledding hill comes down to location, comfort, and the memories you’ll make there. Whether you’re new to the area or simply ready to try a different slope this season, this guide is your go‑to list of sledding hills across Waukesha County.

🌟 Calhoun Park – New Berlin

Best For: Variety for all ages
❄️ Hill: Northwest slope allows sledding and tobogganing; a smaller hill for younger children
🚗 Parking: South entrance
🚻 Restrooms: Not confirmed in winter
💲 Cost: Free
☕ Nearby Coffee: 1848 Coffee, Sister’s Brew
🌲 Extras: Baseball fields, fishing areas, picnic shelters

🌟 Deltown Park – Town of Delafield

Best For: Local families
❄️ Hill: Solid incline with open sledding space
🚗 Parking: Park lot
🚻 Restrooms: Not confirmed in winter
💲 Cost: Free
☕ Nearby Coffee: Stone Creek Coffee, Milwaukee Street Traders

🌟 Fowler Park – Oconomowoc

Best For: Kids of different ages
❄️ Hill: Smaller hill for younger kids; steeper areas for older kids
🚗 Parking: Available
🚻 Restrooms: Closed during winter
💲 Cost: Free
☕ Nearby Coffee: Whelan’s Coffee, Roots Coffee Bar, Java Hut, River Coffee

🌟 Gatewood Park – New Berlin

Best For: Younger kids
❄️ Hill: Small, gentle slope
🚗 Parking: Available
🚻 Restrooms: Not confirmed in winter
💲 Cost: Free
☕ Nearby Coffee: 1848 Coffee, Sister’s Brew

🌟 Genesee Lake Road Park – Summit

Best For: Big-hill adventure
❄️ Hill: Large hill; short hike required
🚗 Parking: Available
🚻 Restrooms: Not confirmed in winter
💲 Cost: Free

🌟 Lauren Park – Mukwonago

Best For: Family-friendly sledding
❄️ Hill: Suitable for all ages
🚗 Parking: Available
🚻 Restrooms: Not confirmed in winter
💲 Cost: Free
☕ Nearby Coffee: Shanahan’s Coffee, Espresso Love Coffee, Brew52

🌟 Liberty Park – Pewaukee

Best For: Free sledding close to town
❄️ Hill: Suitable for all ages; caution during icy conditions
🚗 Parking: Street parking near the top or the lot at the bottom of the hill
🚻 Restrooms: Not confirmed in winter
💲 Cost: Free
☕ Nearby Coffee: Brewers Two Café, Good Eats Café
🌲 Extras: Playground, tennis courts, baseball fields, basketball courts

🌟 Lisbon Community Park – Lisbon

Best For: Families of all ages
❄️ Hill: Wide, well-maintained hill
🚗 Parking: Available
🚻 Restrooms: Seasonal facilities
💲 Cost: Free
☕ Nearby Coffee: Loca Latte, Starbucks (Hwy 164)

🌟 Menomonee Park – Menomonee Falls (County Park)

Best For: Spacious, safer runs
❄️ Hill: Approximately 250-foot run with long run-out
🚗 Parking: Archery Lot
🚻 Restrooms: Heated flush toilets at beach house; pit toilets near SCUBA lot
💲 Cost: County park fee required
☕ Nearby Coffee: Quarry Coffee (Lannon), Loca Latte (Sussex), Kwik Trip
🌲 Extras: Cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, archery, horseback riding

🌟 Minooka Park – Waukesha (County Park)

Best For: Wide hills for all ages
❄️ Hill: Large open sledding area
🚗 Parking: Picnic Area #4; overflow at #5
🚻 Restrooms: Heated flush toilets at Picnic Area #5
💲 Cost: County park fee required
☕ Nearby Coffee: Mama D’s, Le Café Bistro
🌲 Extras: Hiking, snowshoeing, ice fishing

🌟 Mitchell Park – Brookfield

Best For: All-ages sledding with room to spread out
❄️ Hill: Open hill near dog park
🚗 Parking: Near dog run
🚻 Restrooms: Porta-potties available
💲 Cost: Free
☕ Nearby Coffee: Goddess and the Baker
🌲 Extras: Trails, picnic areas, river views

🌟 Mukwonago Park – Mukwonago (County Park)

Best For: Older kids and teens
❄️ Hill: Steep, popular hill; solid workout
🚗 Parking: East end of Picnic Area #4
🚻 Restrooms: Flush toilets at Picnic Areas #2 and #3
💲 Cost: County park fee required
☕ Nearby Coffee: Shanahan’s Coffee, Espresso Love Coffee, Brew52

🌟 Nashotah Park – Nashotah (County Park)

Best For: Younger kids
❄️ Hill: Gentle slope
🚗 Parking: Picnic Area #2
🚻 Restrooms: Flush toilets
💲 Cost: County park fee required
☕ Nearby Coffee: Inclusion Coffee, Birch & Banyan, Creole Café
🌲 Extras: Ski and hiking trails

🌟 Nature Hill – Oconomowoc

Best For: Older kids who don’t mind a hike
❄️ Hill: Large hill; walk-in access
🚗 Parking: Small lot
🚻 Restrooms: None
💲 Cost: Free
☕ Nearby Coffee: Whelan’s Coffee, Roots Coffee Bar, Java Hut, River Coffee

🌟 Park Arthur – Muskego

Best For: All-day sledding
❄️ Hill: 50-foot hill; open 9 AM–10 PM
🚗 Parking: Available
🚻 Restrooms: Heated winter restrooms
💲 Cost: Free
☕ Nearby Coffee: The Gingerbread House, Vintage Grounds
🌲 Extras: Outdoor ice rink

🌟 Sand Hill Park – Muskego

Best For: Younger children
❄️ Hill: Gentle slopes
🚗 Parking: Off-street parking
🚻 Restrooms: Seasonal portable toilet
💲 Cost: Free
☕ Nearby Coffee: The Gingerbread House, Vintage Grounds
🌲 Extras: Playground, walking trails, shelter, picnic tables, open turf area

🌟 Schmidt Park – Muskego

Best For: Small children
❄️ Hill: Gentle slopes
🚗 Parking: Street parking only
🚻 Restrooms: None
💲 Cost: Free

🌟 Sussex Village Park – Sussex

Best For: Local families
❄️ Hill: Popular neighborhood hill
🚗 Parking: Park lot
🚻 Restrooms: Not confirmed in winter
💲 Cost: Free
☕ Nearby Coffee: Loca Latte, Quarry Coffee

🌟 Valley View Park – New Berlin

Best For: Evening sledding
❄️ Hill: Lighted sledding hill
🚗 Parking: Available
🚻 Restrooms: Not confirmed in winter
💲 Cost: Free
☕ Nearby Coffee: 1848 Coffee, Sister’s Brew

🌟 Village Park – Elm Grove

Best For: Family-friendly sledding
❄️ Hill: Suitable for all ages
🚗 Parking: Available
🚻 Restrooms: Not confirmed in winter
💲 Cost: Free
☕ Nearby Coffee: Sister’s Brew

🌟 Wales Community Park – Wales

Best For: Wide, open sledding
❄️ Hill: Spacious and open
🚗 Parking: Park in the lot or behind the fire station
🚻 Restrooms: Seasonal portable restroom
💲 Cost: Free
☕ Nearby Coffee: Mama D’s, Buzz Café, Black Canyon Coffee
🌲 Extras: Disc golf, playgrounds, sports fields

⚠️ Before You Go

Snow days can be unpredictable! ❄️ Restrooms, parking, and hill conditions change with the weather, so think of this guide as a starting point, not a guarantee. 🚗🚻

👉 Quick tips:

• Check posted signs before you sled 🪧

• Keep an eye on the kids 👀

• Ride safely and responsibly 🛷

That way, the only surprise you’ll get is how much fun you have flying down the hill. 🎉