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Walk under a brilliant moon at Page Meadows in Tahoe National Forest. This two-hour guided snowshoe tour combines easy winter terrain, stargazing, and reflective snowfields for an intimate night in the Sierra.
Walk under a brilliant moon at Page Meadows in Tahoe National Forest. This two-hour guided snowshoe tour combines easy winter terrain, stargazing, and reflective snowfields for an intimate night in the Sierra.
The first step into Page Meadows after dusk feels like stepping through a hinge in the world: trees fall away, the open meadow swells under a moon that turns the snow into a low, reflective lantern. On this two-hour guided snowshoe loop you move between stands of tall pines and broad alpine meadows, each footfall stirring a scatter of glittering crystals while constellations wheel overhead.
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Operated by Snowshoe Tahoe · Tahoe City, California
The first step into Page Meadows after dusk feels like stepping through a hinge in the world: trees fall away, the open meadow swells under a moon that turns the snow into a low, reflective lantern. On this two-hour guided snowshoe loop you move between stands of tall pines and broad alpine meadows, each footfall stirring a scatter of glittering crystals while constellations wheel overhead.
Tahoe National Forest sits on the western flank of the Sierra Nevada, shaped by glaciers and volcanic activity; the meadows around Tahoe City are glacially scoured basins that hold snow long into spring. Locally the area has a mixed history of Washoe stewardship, 19th-century logging and modern mountain recreation; nighttime outings like this tap into the region’s quieter traditions of winter travel.
Expect mostly flat to gently rolling terrain with minimal elevation gain—this evening loop is designed for steady walking rather than steep climbs. Guides point out bright stars and constellations (Orion, Pegasus, Andromeda and more) with a high-powered laser, and provide snowshoes and trekking poles so you can move steadily across crusts and soft drifts.
Practical notes: arrive with waterproof winter boots, layered clothing and microspikes as a backup; roads to the meeting site can be slippery and vehicles with good tires or 4WD are recommended. Hydrate before you go—cold air can mask dehydration—and carry a small headlamp as a backup. Tours are weather-dependent and best booked on nights with good moon visibility; expect small groups and a calm, immersive evening in the Sierra.
easy.
2 hours.
Light cardio fitness; able to walk steadily for two hours on snow-covered, mostly flat terrain.
Yes—guides supply snowshoes and trekking poles as part of the tour.
The route is rated easy: mostly flat meadow walking with minimal elevation gain, suitable for most fitness levels.
Tours are weather-dependent; operators cancel for unsafe road or avalanche conditions and typically refund if cancelled 24+ hours before departure.
Yes—this experience is designed for people new to snowshoeing and those comfortable walking for about two hours.
Page Meadows and surrounding basins were shaped by Pleistocene glaciers and used seasonally by the Washoe people; later logging and recreation altered access patterns.
Stay on group routes to protect meadow vegetation under the snow; avoid disturbing wildlife and pack out any trash to preserve night-sky clarity.
Snowshoe Tahoe operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
The first step into Page Meadows after dusk feels like stepping through a hinge in the world: trees fall away, the open meadow swells under a moon that turns the snow into a low, reflective lantern. On this two-hour guided snowshoe loop you move between stands of tall pines and broad alpine meadows, each footfall stirring a scatter of glittering crystals while constellations wheel overhead.
The first step into Page Meadows after dusk feels like stepping through a hinge in the world: trees fall away, the open meadow swells under a moon that turns the snow into a low, reflective lantern. On this two-hour guided snowshoe loop you move between stands of tall pines and broad alpine meadows, each footfall stirring a scatter of glittering crystals while constellations wheel overhead.
Tahoe National Forest sits on the western flank of the Sierra Nevada, shaped by glaciers and volcanic activity; the meadows around Tahoe City are glacially scoured basins that hold snow long into spring. Locally the area has a mixed history of Washoe stewardship, 19th-century logging and modern mountain recreation; nighttime outings like this tap into the region’s quieter traditions of winter travel.
Expect mostly flat to gently rolling terrain with minimal elevation gain—this evening loop is designed for steady walking rather than steep climbs. Guides point out bright stars and constellations (Orion, Pegasus, Andromeda and more) with a high-powered laser, and provide snowshoes and trekking poles so you can move steadily across crusts and soft drifts.
Practical notes: arrive with waterproof winter boots, layered clothing and microspikes as a backup; roads to the meeting site can be slippery and vehicles with good tires or 4WD are recommended. Hydrate before you go—cold air can mask dehydration—and carry a small headlamp as a backup. Tours are weather-dependent and best booked on nights with good moon visibility; expect small groups and a calm, immersive evening in the Sierra.