Welcome to Missouri Vibes! Winter just hit us hard.
In Missouri, it seems like October gets a little chilly, November is randomly warm, then BOOM! Cold is here for 4 months straight (with two 60 degree days in December for some reason)…
Missouri’s 11 Seasons
Winter (We are Here)
Fool’s spring
Second winter
Spring deception
Third winter
Mud season
Actual spring
Summer
False fall
Second summer (one week)
Actual fall (Lasted 30 days)
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How much did it snow across Missouri?
A lot! On November 28th-30th Missouri saw a ton of record breaking snow across the entire state. And I’ll tell you what, my kids were excited.
Usually November snowfall in these regions is 0-1 inches for the ENTIRE month of November. But this year it dumped all over the place.
Edwardsville, Ill. (8 inches)
Troy, Mo. (7 inches)
Creve Coeur, Mo. (6.5 inches)
Maryland Heights, Mo. (6.3 inches)
Weldon Spring, Mo. (6.1 inches)
Elsberry, Mo. (6 inches)
Godfrey, Ill. (6 inches)
St. Paul, Mo. (5.6 inches)
Wildwood, Mo. (5.5 inches)
St. Peters, Mo. (5.4 inches)
Manchester (5 inches)
Ballwin (4.5 inches)
Brighton, Ill. (4.5 inches)
Granite City, Ill. (4.5 inches)
Warrenton, Mo. (4.5 inches)
Belleville, Ill. (4 inches)
High Ridge, Mo. (4.0 inches)
Sunset Hill, Mo. (3.8 inches)
Troy, Ill. (3.5 inches)
Skiing? In Missouri?
I didn’t know this….Missouri has two lift assisted parks for skiing, snowboarding, and tubing!
Hidden Valley is the St. Louis region’s go-to ski hill, offering multiple runs over 4 km. They have terrain parks and night skiing. It’s family-friendly, easy to reach, and perfect for beginners and casual skiers looking for winter fun in Missouri.
Typical Season: Runs December–February
Hours:
Weekdays: 1 PM – 9 PM
Weekends: 9 AM – 9 PM
Holiday hours vary
Day Pass Cost: $75 for kids and $94 for adults
Elevation:
Top Elevation: ~740 ft
Vertical Drop: ~310 ft
Snow Creek - Weston, MO
Snow Creek sits along the Missouri River bluffs and offers skiing, snowboarding, and a popular tubing park. Known for solid snowmaking and fun night sessions, it’s the Kansas City metro’s main winter hangout.
Typical Season: Late November–Early March
Hours:
Weekdays: 1 PM – 9 PM
Weekends: 9 AM – 9 PM
Occasional late-night sessions until midnight
Day Pass Cost: $66 for Kids , $88 for adults
Elevation:
Top Elevation: ~1,100 ft
Vertical Drop: ~300 ft
*They have snow machines to keep it covered all season long
No Snow Needed! - Wolf Mountain, Branson
Wolfe Mountain’s Snowflex Park uses a synthetic, year-round riding surface that lets you ski or snowboard even when Missouri has zero snow. It’s great for beginners, practice sessions, and warm‑weather riding. It’s great with snow! It’s 400 feet long, 60-feet wide allowing up to eight tubes to glide down simultaneously.
Location: Branson, Missouri
Hours:
Usually 10 AM – 8 PM (seasonal variations)
Day Pass Cost: $34 per person per hour
FREE Hills to Visit Around Missouri
Art Hill, Forest Park (St. Louis) – Probably the most famous sledding hill in Missouri, with a long, consistent slope from the Saint Louis Art Museum down toward the lake; it draws big crowds and has plenty of room to spread out.
Stephens Lake Park (Columbia) – The main sled hill on the east side of the lake is specifically promoted by the city for winter sports, with a nearby bonfire area and heated restrooms open year‑round, which is helpful with kids.Cold Plunges
Brookside Park “Suicide Hill” (Kansas City) – Regularly mentioned as a classic KC sled spot, with a long, fast run when snow is good; it is a neighborhood park so access is free, but it can be busy after big storms
Springfield city parks – In southwest Missouri, Doling Park, Jordan Valley Park, and Lake Springfield Park are all flagged by local outdoor guides as good sledding hills, with varied slopes and easy access from town, and no admission fee for the park areas.
Christmas Time = Skating Time
Here are some outdoor rinks around Missouri to keep in your back pocket this winter
Chicken N Pickle – St. Charles, MO
Pickleball, Ice Skating, Food and Drinks. A very Unique experience. There are 3 locations in Missouri: 1 in STL and 2 in KC:
Public skating prices:
Skate pass: $11 per person.
Skate rental: $4.
Children 3 and under: free.
Private ice rental:
$300/hour Monday–Thursday.
$500/hour Friday–Sunday (skate rental extra).
Party packages: Start at $175, including skate passes, rentals, and more.
Centene Community Ice Center – Maryland Heights, MO
Another Great spot to check out with family or friends. Also great to host groups for birthdays or holiday get togethers for your company! centenecommunityicecenter
Address: Centene Community Ice Center, Maryland Heights, MO
Public skate hours/prices:
$12 - General Admission
$5 - Maryland Heights residents
$5 - Skate Rental
$100 - 10x Punch Pass (available for purchase in-person only)
PARTY RATES AND CATERING OPTIONS ON WEBSITE
Old Kinderhook “The Ice” – Lake of the Ozarks, MO
This Spot is really great if you are trying to make a winter trip with the family. They have a spa on site as well as Christmas Village attraction: https://oldkinderhook.com/play/christmas-village-at-old-kinderhook/
Address: 678 Old Kinderhook Drive Camdenton, MO 65020
Season & hours (2025–2026):
Open December 3, 2025 – March 1, 2026.oldkinderhook
Open Wednesday–Friday 4 pm–9 pm and Saturday–Sunday 1 pm–9 pm, weather and events permitting.oldkinderhook
Closed to public Friday–Saturday during listed hockey tournaments; reopens Sundays at 1 pm.oldkinderhook
Pricing:
Skate session: $10 per person.
Skate rental: $10 per person.
No season passes or guest discounts.