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Venture deep into Summit County’s winter wilds with Colorado Adventure Guides’ full-day snowshoe tours. Personalized, safe, and scenic, these treks reveal quiet alpine landscapes few see each season.
Venture deep into Summit County’s winter wilds with Colorado Adventure Guides’ full-day snowshoe tours. Personalized, safe, and scenic, these treks reveal quiet alpine landscapes few see each season.
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Operated by Colorado Adventure Guides · Silverthorne, Colorado
Silverthorne, Colorado, sits at the heart of Summit County’s high alpine terrain, offering striking winter landscapes carved by glaciers and dusted with deep, powdery snow. Here, Colorado Adventure Guides leads full-day snowshoe tours that open up a fresh dimension of whitebackcountry travel for all skill levels. With over 20 years guiding experience in this rugged region, they offer more than just a walk in the snow—they provide access to hidden nooks of the Rockies where silence reigns and fresh tracks mean freedom.
The tours typically wind through moose-frequented forests of subalpine fir and Engelmann spruce, across granite boulder fields sculpted during the last ice age, and along frozen streams that catch the low winter sun. Guides offer engaging narratives on the area's natural history, including how the local watershed feeds the Colorado River and the seasonal behavior of native wildlife like pine marten and snowshoe hare.
What sets Colorado Adventure Guides apart is their commitment to personalized, safe experiences paired with environmental stewardship. Their expert guides hold Avalanche Safety certifications and lead groups with a maximum 6:1 ratio, tailoring routes based on weather, snowpack conditions, and group ability. The company’s basecamp in Silverthorne makes it easy for travelers to access a range of terrains across Summit and adjacent counties, from gentle valley floor strolls to more challenging climbs up scenic ridges.
Though snowshoeing is often underestimated for its physical demands, these full-day tours are thoughtfully paced to balance exertion with ample breaks for learning and photography opportunities. With rental gear available and logistics handled, visitors can focus on taking in crystal blue skies and vast mountain vistas.
This winter journey on snowshoes is as much about connection as physical activity—header tips on reading snow conditions and backcountry etiquette blend with moments to feel the stillness only winter wilderness can offer. Whether coming from nearby Denver or staying in Silverthorne, users will find this tour a standout gateway to Colorado’s winter wilds.
moderate.
6–8 hours.
Participants should have a moderate fitness level capable of sustained walking in snow and handling elevation gain.
A moderate level of fitness is recommended to comfortably manage sustained walking in snow and elevation changes. Guides assess trail choices based on fitness.
Your guide contacts you 24-48 hours before to confirm the meeting location, typically the CAG basecamp or a nearby trailhead, with tours often departing by 8 am.
Colorado Adventure Guides provides snowshoes and poles; you should bring appropriate clothing and personal gear like gloves and sunscreen.
Snowshoe tours are private and customizable with a maximum client-to-guide ratio of 6:1, offering personalized instruction and route selection.
No prior experience is needed. Guides provide detailed instruction and support to ensure a safe and enjoyable adventure.
Tips are not required but appreciated; a 15-20% gratuity reflects recognition of your guide's dedication and expertise.
Summit County’s rugged landscape was shaped by glacial activity over the last 20,000 years, with mining booms in the 19th century laying foundations for mountain towns like Silverthorne.
Colorado Adventure Guides emphasizes Leave No Trace principles and works closely with USFS to minimize the ecological footprint of backcountry winter use.
Colorado Adventure Guides is a Silverthorne, Colorado–based outfitter offering guided outdoor adventures across Summit County and the Upper Colorado River corridor. The company organizes half-day and multi-day experiences including beginner Clear Creek rafting, overnight Colorado River rafting with riverside or Rancho Del Rio campground stays, Boots to Boats multi-day packages, guided backcountry skiing from Carner's Cabin, and youth mountain biking camp. Safety and education are central: programs include AIARE Avalanche Rescue and AIARE Level 1 courses, Wilderness First Aid training, and ORTOVOX safety sessions focused on avalanche danger and tour planning. A guided mentorship day supports individualized skill building in trip planning, route selection, and snow-safety techniques. Guides lead trips on Clear Creek, the Colorado River, and lift-accessed terrain at Winter Park Ski Resort where applicable. Overnight trips provide guided camping, meals prepared by guides, and wilderness navigation through canyon and high-country scenery. Family-friendly options and beginner trips accommodate newcomers, while technical courses and multi-day hut trips support progression for experienced participants. Youth programming emphasizes skill development, trail safety, and confidence building on local mountain-bike terrain. Based in Silverthorne, the outfitter serves Denver-area guests seeking accessible rafting and snow-safety training within easy driving distance. Bookings typically specify trip length, group size, and chosen itinerary to match ability and goals. Colorado Adventure Guides presents a broad mix of recreation and education in the Colorado outdoors, combining guided river runs, backcountry instruction, and residential hut experiences to create memorable, skill-building adventures. Reservations are available year-round with flexible group and date options online.
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