Remember the thrill of sledding down a giant hill as a kid with the wind whipping in your hair and your toes turning to icicles? You can recreate that magical winter fun for your kids at these 10 great snow tubing destinations within a few hours’ drive of DC.

When the snow in your neighborhood just looks like slush, head to the mountains for fresh powder and bigger thrills. Unlike skiing or snowboarding, there’s no skill required for tubing so it’s the perfect introduction to winter sports for kids. Even toddlers can tube at some of these locations.  Be sure to check out our guide to skiing, snowboarding, and other winter sports for more wintry adventures.

If your family is able to travel, consider snow tubing at these other locations near Philadelphia.