8 Incredible Snowshoeing Adventures in the Sierra

8 Incredible Snowshoeing Adventures in the Sierra

If you’re like us, a little snow doesn’t put a damper on your need to hit the trail on a regular basis.
Outbound
San Francisco, California · February 27, 2017

With the seemingly endless dumping of snow in California this winter, it’s pretty tough to hike in your regular old boots. That’s where snowshoes come in.

What better place to trek through the snow than California’s Sierra Mountains? From Lake Tahoe to Yosemite National Park, all the way down to the tallest mountain in the lower 48, Mt. Whitney, there are endless adventures that you can get into with a pair of snowshoes strapped to your feet. Check out a few of our favorites and go take advantage of the snow while it’s still around!

1. Snowshoe to Ralston Peak


Photo: Kira Minehart

2. Snowshoe to the Peter Grubb Hut


Photo: Tim Mena

3. Snowshoe to Dewey Point, Yosemite NP


Photo: Julie & Brian

4. Snowshoe to Snow Creek


Photo: Breanne McNitt

5. Winter Backpack to Sentinel Dome in Yosemite


Photo: Kyle Frost

6. Snowshoe to Glacier Point


Photo: Greg Owens

7. Snowshoe around Manzanita Lake


Photo: Cambrey Knapp

8. Winter Summit Mt. Whitney


Photo: Alex Anderson

Cover photo: Kyle Frost

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