Where to Rent Winter Equipment in Fargo-Moorhead
This is your comprehensive guide on where to rent winter equipment in Fargo-Moorhead.
People love to say there’s nothing to do in North Dakota (substitute Minnesota or any midwest state). I beg to differ. We might not have snowy mountains or sandy beaches, but we certainly know how to make our own fun! Although no one comes to North Dakota or Minnesota specifically for skiing, there is a hill within about 3 hours of wherever you may be. And if skiing isn’t your thing? Incredible state parks, city parks, recreation areas, frozen lakes, and trails provide fantastic spots for cross country skiing or snowshoeing.
After plenty of research, I have put together a (brief) list of a few places to rent winter equipment in Fargo-Moorhead!
Fargo Scheels
Fargo Schools has the largest variety of winter equipment and is the only place in FM to rent downhill skis and snowboards.
Downhill Skis and Snowboards
Downhill ski rentals include: Skis, ski boots, and poles. Snowboard rentals include: Snowboard, boots, bindings.
Cost: $35/day + $20 for each additional day. Weeklong rentals are $135/ 7 days.
Cross Country Skis and Snowshoes
Cross country ski rentals include: Skis, boot, and poles. Snowshoe rentals include: Snowshoes and poles. *Snowshoes are limited
Cost: $20/day + $10 for each additional day.
You can pick up after 3pm the day prior, and drop off before 12pm the following day at no additional cost.
Scheels has some information on their website HERE. Otherwise contact the Fargo Store at (701) 298-2918.
NDSU Wellness Center
The NDSU wellness center has some great rates for outdoor equipment available to both students and the general public.
Cross Country Skis and Snowshoes
Single-day cross country ski and the snowshoe rentals are $8/day for students and $11.20/day for non-students.
Three day rentals are $16 for students and $22.40 for non-students. For seven days rental price increases to $32 for students and $44.80 for non-students.
Ice Skates
Single-day ice skate rentals are $7 for students, and $9.80 for the general public. Prices are $13, and $19.60 for three days and $30 and $39.20 for seven days respectively.
NDSU has a great assortment of other outdoor gear including: tents (up to 10 people), sleeping bags, lanterns, coolers and cooking equipment.
Check out their site HERE, or call (701) 231-7390.
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Edgewood Chalet
Edgewood Chalet at Edgewood Golf Course in North Fargo. They offer cross country ski and snowshoe rentals to be used only on-site.
The warming house is open from 12-8pm on the weekend, and 4-8pm Monday through Friday.
Cross Country Skis and Snowshoes
Cross country ski rentals are $7.50 for a youth set, and $14.00 for adults.
All snowshoe rentals are $7.50
For Fargo Cross-Country ski and snowshoe locations, and trail grooming information click HERE.
Sleds
Edgewood Chalet also offers free sled rentals!
Hjemkomst Center
Hjemkost Center offers ski and snowshoe rentals. They rent individual parts, full sets, and even have family discounts! Rentals can only to be used at Viking Ship Park.
The center is open Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4-8pm, Saturdays from 10am-4:30pm, and Sundays 12-4:30pm.
Cross Country Skis and Snowshoes
An individual rental for cross country skis is $12, and the family rental rate is $35.
A single pair of snowshoes can be rented for $10, and the family rate is $20.
To find this info on the City of Moorhead website click HERE. For a full map of Moorhead cross country ski and snowshoe rentals click HERE.
Great State Parks to cross country ski or snowshoe at near Fargo-Moorhead include: Maplewood State Park, Buffalo River State Park, and Fort Ransom State Park!
Nature of the North
Nature fo the North in Moorhead offers Ski Shoes. I had never heard ski shoes prior to now, but I’m excited to try it some day!
Ski Shoes
Ski Shoe Rentals are $5 per hour, and $20 per day.
Nature of the North has 4 pairs available on a fist-come-first-serve basis. So if you’re interested, get their early!
Nature of the North has an AWESOME space in Moorhead and they have an awesome mission: Increase outdoor recreation in Fargo-Moorhead. They have created a space for trip planning and collaborating, and they provide outdoor workshops for our community. Nature of the North also host FM’s first retail climbing wall! Check out their website HERE, or Instagram page HERE.
Scheels Skating Rink at Broadway Square
Fargo Parks has done a beautiful job with Broadway Square, this is no exception in the winter months. Scheels Skating Rink is not only a great place to ice skate, but the beautiful string lights and fun music add to the ambiance.
The Skate Shack is open Monday to Friday 4-9pm, and Saturday and Sunday from 12-9pm. Weather conditions and events may result in modified hours. Updates are available on the Broadway Square instagram found HERE.
Ice Skates
Scheels Skating Rink offers ice skate rentals in adult and youth sizes. (Youth sizes limited) Rentals are $5 per pair and are available during Skate Shack hours. *They also have snacks!
For more information, check out The Broadway Square Skate Shack page HERE.
Ice Rink at The Lights
Over the past few years West Fargo has a grown an outdoor event center and community hub located just off of Sheyenne. During the winter they have a full sheet of ice and open skate times throughout the week.
For open skate times check out The Lights Calendar HERE. (often open skate is at 4pm)
Ice Skates
Ice skate rentals are available for $5.
For daily updates check out the The Lights West Fargo Instagram page HERE.
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