Lake Tahoe Snowshoe Tours
Lake Tahoe Snowshoe Tours
Unlock Tahoe’s hidden winter landscapes with Alpenglow’s exclusive snowshoe tours, designed to take you beyond the ordinary.
Snowshoe Tour Locations:
Olympic Valley – Venture into the breathtaking Shirley Canyon, where Alpenglow’s guided tours reveal a side of Olympic Valley few ever see. Follow a rushing creek, pass frozen waterfalls, and take in views that will stop you in your tracks. This is more than a snowshoe hike—it’s a winter escape into one of Tahoe’s most stunning canyons.
Truckee – Explore the snow-covered beauty of Truckee’s iconic terrain. From the sparkling shores of Donner Lake to the rugged peaks of Donner Summit and Castle Peak, each tour offers a unique adventure. Choose from routes that vary in length and challenge, all delivering unforgettable alpine scenery.
No matter where you go, every Alpenglow snowshoe tour is a chance to step into Tahoe’s winter magic, far from the crowds and deep into the wild.
- 8AM-12PM
- Meet Your Guide and Hit the Trail
Private Snowshoe Tours are flexible! We can start as early as 8am and as late as 1pm, depending on the time of year and when the sun goes down. Tahoe tours typically last around 4 hours, but can be shortened to accommodate your group as needed. This is one of our most laidback adventures, perfect for families, groups, or anyone who wants to enjoy a leisurely stroll through the beautiful Shirley Canyon or Donner Lake areas.
Meet Your Lake Tahoe Snowshoe Guides.
Lake Tahoe Snowshoe Tour Questions
Tahoe Tours Equipment List
Lake Tahoe Snowshoe Tour: Shirley Canyon
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