Explore the Midway Ice Castles
FamilyModerateWinter
Walk through an acre of hand-placed icicles, frozen thrones, and ice-carved tunnels illuminated by color-changing LED lights at night.
Itinerary tips
- 1Purchase tickets online well in advance as weekend time slots often sell out weeks before the season begins.
- 2Wear insulated, waterproof boots with good traction because the ground is made of crushed ice and can be slippery or slushy.
- 3Plan for roughly 60 to 90 minutes to explore the tunnels, slides, and photo ops without feeling rushed.
- 4Use the designated parking lot at the Soldier Hollow Day Lodge and arrive 15 minutes early to allow for the check-in process.
- 5Bring a small sled instead of a stroller if you are traveling with toddlers, as wheels cannot navigate the deep snow and ice floors.
- 6Dress in multiple layers and bring hand warmers, as temperatures inside the ice structures feel significantly colder than the surrounding area.
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