Magic Valley Group Proposes $15M Indoor Ice Facility

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A group called Southern Idaho Ice has announced plans to build a new $15 million indoor ice facility in the Magic Valley region. The proposed rink would provide local families and youth with opportunities to participate in ice sports like hockey and skating, which have grown in popularity across Idaho in recent years.

Why it matters

An indoor ice facility would give residents in the southern Idaho desert region, which lacks access to year-round ice sports, a new recreational option to stay active and potentially develop skills for competitive hockey and figure skating.

The details

Southern Idaho Ice has been gathering community feedback through an online survey as they work to drive the project forward. The proposed facility would cost an estimated $15 million and provide a space for local youth to enjoy ice sports like hockey and skating, which have seen increased interest in Idaho as the state has acquired a minor league hockey team in Boise and a new professional team just three hours from Twin Falls.

• Southern Idaho Ice launched an online survey in early 2026 to gather community input on the proposed facility.

What’s next

Southern Idaho Ice will continue collecting community feedback and working to secure funding and approvals for the proposed $15 million indoor ice rink project.