Where to go snowshoeing in Canada

A paradise for winter activities, including skating and Nordic skiing, Kivi Park also has more than 25 kilometres of snowshoe trails that are maintained throughout the season. You can even rent equipment on-site, making it an easy go-to spot.

Of course, this area gets all the hype for the world-renowned Whistler Blackcomb ski resort, but a region this beautiful and snow-heavy also has some of the most incredible snowshoeing available. Tourism Whistler offers guided snowshoe excursions and has excellent information on where to find self-guided trails.

The Nelson Nordic Ski Club maintains an excellent series of trails not far outside town, near the turnoff for Whitewater Ski Resort. This region gets tons of powdery snow each year, and the trails wind around towering cedars, making it perfectly picturesque for a snowshoe excursion.

Most paths in Gatineau Park can be traversed by snowshoe come winter, but around the Philippe Lake trailhead, there are many moderate to challenging trails that can become an overnight snowshoe adventure. Book a cozy yurt or cabin and strap on your snowshoes for a fun, easy getaway close to Ottawa.

Perfect for snowshoeing, backcountry, and winter lovers in general, this moderately challenging trail starts in Kananaskis. You can follow it all the way into British Columbia’s Elk Pass Provincial Park, where the Alpine Club of Canada has a hut for backcountry adventurers. An inter-provincial trail with stunning views, this should definitely be on the bucket list for avid snowshoers.

What could be more spot-on than a dedicated lodge for Nordic skiing and snowshoeing? This resort in Northern Ontario often flies under the radar, but it’s perfect for those looking for a true winter getaway off the beaten track.

An iconic backcountry lodge, Skoki makes for the perfect destination—or launch point—for snowshoers and Nordic skiers. Book a stay at the lodge for a getaway, or use it as a jumping off point for your snowshoe adventure.

Peyto Lake is an iconic vista in any season, but it becomes the perfect snowshoe trail in the winter months. It’s a great way to see this iconic view, which can get pretty busy during the high season; in winter, you’ll likely have far fewer people to share it with. There’s also a ton of other options for snowshoeing along the Icefields Parkway, from beginner to difficult.