Snowshoeing

Strap on those snowshoes and let’s make some tracks! Snowshoeing in Western Canada is one of the best ways to get the Canadian winter experience, one step at a time. Whether it’s trekking through the snowy forests of Kananaskis or stomping up the stunning viewpoints at Murrary Ridge in Fort St. James, BC, there is a trail out there for every snowshoer to enjoy a quiet winter escape in Western Canada.

The fun doesn’t stop there. Snowshoeing in British Columbia and Alberta is a chance to connect with nature in a magical way. Spot wildlife like deer or elk by the day, and witness the breathtaking northern lights dancing overhead by night at certain ski areas.

Sounds like fun? Check out stories on various British Columbia and Alberta destinations where you can snowshoe and enjoy the best of a Western Canadian winter.

Baldy Mountain Resort is located on the south side of Mount Baldy in South Okanagan, just north of the Canada-US border. Baldy has a base elevation of...

Apex Mountain Resort has everything you're looking for. Unique, challenging terrain, tons of the lightest snow around & friendly locals.

Chairlift

"The Shine" as locals call it, is approximately 15 minutes outside of Banff or approximately 155 km west of Calgary. On mountain accommodations are...

For those looking for something different try an ice fishing adventure in Lesser Slave Lake, 255 km north of Edmonton.

Known as one of the world's most picturesque ski resorts, Lake Louise can be found 180 km west of Calgary.

Snow Valley

Known as a "Winter City," Edmonton is the capital of Alberta and its international airport makes for an ideal landing spot for anyone headed to Jasper...

Approximately 260 km south-west of Calgary, Castle offers an exciting ski experience that includes one of two cat-ski operations in the province.

Sun Peaks Resort is a full mountain village located 60 km from Kamloops and its international airport.

shames mountain

Shames, located just outside of Terrace, British Columbia, is the type of place where you can easily get in powder tracks with little to no effort...

Skiing at Troll

Troll Ski Resort was built by Lars Fossberg in 1972, and 30 years later it is still run by the family. Troll has developed into a great mountain, with...

Wells may be small, but it is brimming with activity. Wells is a mining town and a centre for artists and outdoors enthusiasts. It is a surprisingly...

Recognized as one of the world's premier winter ski resorts, the Town of Whistler and its Whistler Blackcomb Ski Resort is found 125 km north of...