There is an old saying that states that if you are in a position to walk, you are in a position to go snowshoeing. Snowshoeing is straightforward and easy to learn and you are not required to spend much money on expensive and fancy equipment or clothes. You can pretty much start immediately once you've grasped a few basics. No formal instruction or lessons are required.
Snowshoeing in Colorado can cover the whole gamut of activities ranging from a casual hike or an overnight trip with a backpack and provide you with an excellent workout the other advantage of snowshoeing is that you are highly mobile and can go to the kind of places you cannot reach either by cross-country skiing or with a snow mobile. This includes thickly forested stretches as well as steep inclines.
Cross-country skiing is a winter sport where skiers traverse snow-covered open spaces and terrain with the help of skis and poles. It is very popular in places that have large expanses of snow-covered terrain such as the United States, Canada and the Scandinavian countries. Cross-country skiing for recreational purposes is often known as touring and, like hikers, recreational cross-country skiers will often carry tents and equipment for prolonged stays in the open.
With the first snowfall in mountain country, snowshoeing and cross-country skiing come to the forefront and many State parks in Colorado offer high-class trails and some of the best terrain in the world. Visit the Sylvan Lake State Park to revel in the untouched beauty of Sylvan Lake. You can use snowshoes to either hike around the lake or through the acres of the beautiful surroundings of the park. You can hire snowshoes while you are visiting. Another outstanding experience is the State Forest State Park where you can follow a 6 mile trail that is beautifully maintained and runs along the banks of the Michigan River. There are other trails in the park that offer both intermediate and strenuous levels.
Vega State Park offers a newly built cross-country ski trail that measures 2.3 miles and where the variations in the terrain make it a fun experience for you and your family. Another popular destination for both snowshoeing and cross-country skiing is Steamboat Lake State Park where you can find a number of trails that are in impeccable condition. You should remember that, as a rule of thumb, any park with an easy hiking trail is suitable for snowshoeing or cross-country skiing if there is adequate snow on the ground. The staff at the park will be able to recommend trails for the best experience.
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