Snowshoeing in Rocky Mountain National Park,
Roosevelt and Arapaho National Forests
by Jesse Speer
Rocky Mountain National Park rangers offer guided snowshoe treks in the winter and other snowshoe events are on the calendar:
- Snowshoe Ecology Walk
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Snowshoe Ecology Walk - Take a beginner-level snowshoe tour with a ranger and explore the natural world of a subalpine forest. No previous experience needed. Reservations are necessary and may be made no more than seven days in advance. Call (970) 586-1223 from 8 a.m.- 4 p.m.... [more]
- Snowshoe Kawuneeche for Beginners
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Join a beginner level 2-hour snowshoe tour with a ranger. Meet at the Kawuneeche Visitor Center. Please bring your own snowshoes and ski poles with large baskets. Children under 8 years of age are not allowed on this activity. Sat, 9:00 AM Feb 5 - Mar 19. Sat, 1:00 PM... [more]
- Full Moon Walk
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Explore the Park by moonlight. 1 to 1.5 hour walk. Time and locations vary each month. Call 970-586-1223 from 8am to 4pm daily for reservations and information. Reservations are required, and may be made no more than seven days in advance. There is a limit of 6... [more]
- Winter Snowshoe Hike for Anglers
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Rocky Mountain Nature Association Field Seminar
This course is an outdoor, winter adventure that will explore favorite fishing locations in Rocky Mountain National Park. Participants will learn how winter ecology affects the hatch and will examine aquatic ecosystems. The course will also include discussion on preparing for outdoor recreation... [more]
- Winter Trails Day
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January 14, 2012 10:00 am to 3:00 pm Park and Ride lot near Glacier Basin, Off Bear Lake Road. Rocky Mountain National Park www.wintertrails.org This event offers those new to snow sports an opportunity to try snowshoeing FREE. It includes... [more]
- Snowshoe Tours
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Ranger‐Led Snowshoe Tours. Explore the natural world of a subalpine forest while learning about snowshoeing skills and winter safety. Two‐hour tour begins at 12:30 pm Saturdays, Sundays, Mondays & Wednesdays. Reservations required. 970‐586‐1223. Reservations are necessary and may be made no more than seven days in advance. Call (970) 586-1223... [more]
- Snowshoe Kawuneeche
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Take an intermediate level 2-hour snowshoe tour with a ranger. This is a more rigorous tour with altitude gains of up to 500', and requires the ability to maintain a good pace on uneven terrain. Meet at the Kawuneeche Visitor Center 1pm. Please bring your own snowshoes and ski poles... [more]
- Snowshoe and Ski Tryouts
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JAX Outdoor Gear event at Hidden Valley Snow Play area. Snowshoe and ski demonstrations, winter safety information, and education about winter backcountry travel. The event is free although Park entry fees do apply. 10 am to 3 pm Jan. 17... [more]
- Capturing Winter: A Weekend of Photography/Snow Shoe
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Do you like to snowshoe in the woods and enjoy the quiet beauty of frosty streams and frozen waterfalls? Escape for a weekend at the Wild Basin Lodge with stunning views of towering peaks and the beauty of the St. Vrain Creek. Come join us as we capture... [more]
Snowshoers enjoy the cross-country ski trails in the Park and Forests:
- Ski Cross Country in the Forests
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Cross-country ski trails in Arapaho and Roosevelt national Forests
- Ski Cross-Country in the Park
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Cross-country ski trails in Rocky Mountain National Park
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