Best Sledding Spots in NWA: Where to Hit the Slopes When It Snows

Wilson Park — The classic go-to with a long, fun hill on the south side (often from the walking trail or off Louise St.). It's a Fayetteville tradition, crowded but family-friendly and reliable.

Paradise Valley Golf Course (E. Joyce Blvd area) — Elevated tees and open slopes provide excellent runs. Often less crowded than parks and highly recommended by locals.

Mount Sequoyah — Multiple good spots, especially the south end near the old water tower or the surrounding areas. Scenic with solid drops.

Holt Middle School (west side, off Rupple Rd/Mt Comfort) — Popular school hill with good length.

Gulley Park — Nice open slopes for sliding.

University of Arkansas Campus — Various hills near the Union, Reid Hall, or west side of the school.

Honorable Mentions: West side of Fayetteville High School and Kessler Mountain trails.

Bellview Elementary School — Turns into a major hotspot on snow days; families come from nearby areas (even Pea Ridge), with long sessions from morning to evening. Safe, away from roads.

Cross Church — Grassy slopes that get busy.

First Presbyterian Church (off New Hope Rd) — Hill behind the parking lot. Typically popular and smaller nearby hills at the aquatics center.

Ditch on Elm Tree near 2nd Street — Natural feature for fun, quick runs.

Honorable Mentions: Some use Coler Mountain Bike Preserve trails (e.g., big hill after the musical bridge) when snowy.

Various recreation areas (e.g., around Branchwood Recreation Center, Dogwood/Brittany courses near parking lots) — Natural ridges and hills provide great downhill fun.

JB Hunt Park — Hill by the first playground; solid choice for the area.

Prairie Grove Battlefield State Park — Hilly grounds can work well when covered.

Johnson/Cave Springs — Open hills or spots like where roads meet (e.g., 612 at Hwy 112) get local love.