Snowshoeing in a Winter Wonderland

Park City offers an abundance of outdoor activities to enjoy nature in the mountains, including alpine, backcountry and cross country skiing, sledding, snowmobiling and even dogsledding. One of my favorite ways to enjoy a beautiful winter’s day is snowshoeing or winter hiking. It’s such a lovely way to appreciate the beauty of the mountains and forest in complete serenity. You can rent snowshoes at various ski rental shops around town. If you are interested in booking a guided tour, contact White Pine Touring, and join a tour on local trails or in the backcountry (Uintas), a moonlight tour (fabulous under a full moon!) or a historic tour in town.

For even more fun, pick up a sled at Jans. The best sleds in the world are Merikan Missiles! They’re similar to Swiss bobs, and they cruise down a snowy trail at the speed of lightning! Lightweight and easy to carry, I strap them onto my back with adjustable straps purchased at REI so I can have hands-free hiking. My favorite trail for hiking up and sledding down is Iron Mountain (in the Thaynes neighborhood of Park City).

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