First things first, let me be clear that you don’t have to visit a certain ski resort to enjoy snowshoeing. There are a lot of other places where you can snowshoe just as well. These places should be available in any state, which is great for those who don’t feel like driving too far for an activity you have yet to experience. Best of all, most of them are usually free. Aside from the parking or entrance fee, you don’t have to pay a dime to explore these areas. I’m talking about the following places:
- Permit Areas, also known as Sno-Parks
- National forests and state parks
- Any trail where you hike in summer and fall
- Any backcountry drifts where you ski off-trail in winter
- Other established trails and controlled areas that have been mapped
That being said, visiting a resort does have its perks, especially for first-time snowshoers. For starter, you can rent the snowshoes for a very low fee at the provided rentals. Furthermore, their groomed trail systems are always available. You don’t have to break your own trail, which can be quite challenging for beginners. There are also other beneficial services like guided tours and moonlight treks. They come at a cost, but you’re guaranteed to have a memorable and fun snowshoeing experience while staying safe.
Now that you know the difference, let’s list the top places in all North America known to be the best for snowshoeing.
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- Best Places to Enjoy Snowshoeing in North America
- Mt. Seymour, British Columbia, Canada
- Sandia Crest, New Mexico
- McCoy Park, Beaver Creek, Colorado
- Stowe Mountain Resort, Vermont
- Camden Hills State Park, Camden, Maine
- Black Hills, South Dakota
- Jackson Hole Mountain Resort, Wyoming
- Porcupine Mountains Wilderness State Park, Michigan
- Northstar California Resort, USA
- Apostle Islands National Lakeshore, Bayfield, Wisconsin