From Staff Reports
Grand Teton National Park ranger naturalists will lead daily snowshoe hikes this winter, as well as monthly full moon hikes on select days each month through April.
In addition to the regular daily snowshoe hikes from the Craig Thomas Discovery and Visitor Center, rangers will conduct guided snowshoe treks to Taggart Lake, and several full-moon snowshoe hikes, according to a statement released by the park’s public affairs office.
Snowshoe hikes depart daily at 1:30 p.m. from the Craig Thomas Discovery Center in Moose, Wyo. These two-hour excursions require no prior experience, and snowshoes are provided for a fee of $5 for adults and $2 for children, 8 years and up.
For something different, join rangers for a snowshoe trek across glittering snow and under a bright full moon. These two-hour outings travel a level section of one of the park’s snow-covered trails. Previous snowshoe experience is not required, and snowshoes are provided free of charge for these hikes. Full moon excursions are offered once a month on the following dates:
- January 26 (Saturday) from 6-8 p.m.
- February 24 (Sunday) from 6-8 p.m.
- March 26 (Tuesday) from 7-9 p.m.
- April 24 (Wednesday) from 7-9 p.m.
For more of a challenge, join a guided snowshoe hike to Taggart Lake. Explore the magic of winter and get your blood pumping at the same time. These moderately strenuous excursions gain 400 feet of elevation across a three-mile, round-trip trail to the lake. Dates and times will be announced throughout the winter. Previous snowshoe experience is not required, but may be helpful. Snowshoes are provided for a fee of $5 for adults and $2 for children, 8 years and older.
These ranger-led snowshoe outings are designed to introduce beginning and casual snowshoe hikers to a rare experience: over-snow travel across a frozen and pristine landscape in the company of others. Venture into the winter landscape and learn about the natural wonders and unique characteristics that make this season so special.
Those attending any of the snowshoe hikes should wear warm layered clothing, sturdy insulated boots, and a face scarf or ski mask. Bring along an energy snack and water.
Reservations are required for all snowshoe hikes. Call the Craig Thomas Discovery and Visitor center at 307-739-3399 to sign up.