Whether you are 8 or 80, Snowshoeing is a great, entry-level activity that requires a minimal amount of gear for residents to enjoy some time outside during these deep winter months. Truckee makes up 21,540 acres of the Tahoe National Forest and offers over 36 trails that cover approximately 222 miles of snowshoeing opportunities perfect for everyone in your household! Please enjoy this list of great trails our team compiled.

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  1. China Cove Trail Loop – An easy 3.2-mile loop and can take up to 59 min to complete the loop.
  2. Johnson Canyon Overlook via Glacier Way Trailhead – This trail is a 3.9-mile out-and-back walk and can take the average person 1 h 32 min to complete.
  3. Sagehen Creek Trail Loop – An easy but longer 5.2-mile loop and can take an average of 1 h 42 min to complete. This can be a popular area for cross-country skiing, so you’ll likely encounter other people while exploring!
  4. Donner Summit Canyon – This 3.6-mile loop is considered a moderately challenging route and can take an average of 1 h 37 min to finish, but the views are worth the climb!
  5. Peter Grubb Hut and Round Valley Trail – Enjoy a moderate challenge with this 4.7-mile out-and-back trail that can take an average of 2 h 19 min to complete.

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Snowed in at home? Just head out your front door and make your own trail! After all, we do live in a giant outdoor playground called the Tahoe National Forest.

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