Let it snow! As I sit here watching this brilliant sunshine hit the glistening snow, I am thinking of SNOWSHOEING!
Want to snowshoe but don't know where to head? Here are some great trails near Denver for all skill types:
Bear Lake, Rocky Mountain National Park-Views, views, views and an easy to moderate terrain and only 3.6 miles all around.
Middle St Vrain near Peaceful Valley - Phenomenal glacier views make the 16 mile trek worthwhile for novices to intermediate skill levels.
Lost Lake, Nederland Indian Peaks Wilderness - Great for families and those of all skill levels. The scenery is spectacular and it is just an easy 5,5 mile trek.
Brainard Lake near Ward - Stunning views of peaks and lake with many trails for beginners. 5 mile roundtrip.
Silver Dollar Lake near Georgetown - Just another lake surrounded by majestic peaks! Great for beginners and more experienced snowshoers and a short 4 mile trip.
Chasm Falls, Rocky Mtn National Park - This short 4.7 mile trek is great for beginners to intermediate snowshoers and is highlighted by the frozen waterfall.
Mayflower Gulch, Summit County - Bring the whole family to explore the old cabins and mines, this 4.5 mile roundtrip also includes some stunning views.
Lily Lake, Rocky Mountain National Park - Less than 1 mile around the lake makes this the perfect spot for families with young kids.
Mills Lake, Rocky Mtn National Park - This 4 mile round trip via the winter trail allows for stunning views of Longs Peak and the lake. Great for novices to intermediate.
For more great information about where to Snowshoe in Denver, where to buy or rent equipment or where to stay if you want to snowshoe when you want to explore trails a bit farther from the Denver Metro area, click here.
Want to live where you play (and snowshoe)?! Let me know I would love to show you some more of my favorite spots...and the fantastic communities that surround them!
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