Snowshoe Rentals

Programs - Guided Excursion
Enjoy a 3 hour breathtaking tour with one of our friendly experienced guides through the backcountry of Manning Park. We will touch on Manning Park natural history, heritage of the park, safe snowshoeing techniques, winter survival and much much more. We also match tours to ability levels and include hot chocolate and marshmallows upon request. Special Events such as full moon and New Years Eve Snowshoe excursions are being added daily , Please contact the Nordic Centre for details.

Email: nordic@manningpark.com

Please note: Snowshoers are not allowed on ski lifts.

Snowshoe Magazine - Manning Snowshoeing Article:
Check out this article about Manning Park's snowshoe trails in Snowshoe Magazine

http://www.snowshoemag.com/view_content.cfm?content_id=356

Snowshoe Trails at Manning Park

Groomed Trails

Beaver Pond Trail - Easy
This is a groomed trail for use by both snowshoer's and cross-country skiiers. To access go to the bottom of the toboggan hill, across the road and turn left at the ski trail junction. The trail is 2km one way.

Flagged Trails

Canyon Nature Trail - Easy
The Canyon Nature Trail is rated moderate with little elevation change. It begins at the Similkameen River bridge and follows the river East. This trail gives great views of the ice and snow covered river. The trail is 2km long round trip and takes approximately 1 hour to complete.

Rein Orchid Trail - Easy
The trailhead is located just past the Similkameen Bridge on Gibson Road (ski hill road) This is a short trail taking about 30 minutes to walk through snow-covered forest.

Unmarked Trails

Recommended Trip Planning Resoources

• Canadian Avalanche Association www.avalanche.ca - we are located in the South Coast zone
• www.Snowfix.com for detailed, accurate weather reports for this area
• BC Parks Manning Park website: click on trail report for winter trail conditions

West Similkameen Trail - Easy
The West Similkameen trail is easy with no elevation change. The trail begins at the Similkameen River Bridge and follows the river east. This is a flat trail which winds though the forest beside the river offering beautiful views of the snow and ice covered river. The trail is 2km to the WIndy Joe trail junction, it then continues towards the monment 78 (Castle Creek) trail.

Lightning Lake Loop - Easy
This is an easy hike with no elevation change. The loop is 9km around the entire lake, and less if you cross at Rainbow bridge. Expect some animal tracks, beautiful views of the snow covered lake and sun-touched mountains in the valley. This is a well-used trail which is easy to find. The ice thickness is not tested so travel across the lake is not recommended.

Blackwall Peak - Strenuous
Blackwall Peak is a difficult trail gaining about 500m of elevation. The trail is a wide road which is closed to vehicle traffic in the winter. The trail offers views of the valley within 20 minutes of walking. There are many view points along the way and the south exposure makes this a warm hike on a sunny day. This is a full day hike - give yourself 6 hours to return.

Poland Lake - Strenuous
The trail head is on the horseshoe trail in the alpine area. Snowshoer's are not permitted on the ski lifts and can hike up the Horseshoe Run to the trail head. The trail is about 12km return from the Alpine Shop. There is a small hut at the lake which marks a good place for a lunch break. The trail is marked with flagging tape and markers. Expect to take 5-6 hours return depending on trail conditions.

Windy Joe - Strenuous
The Windy Joe trail is well maintained and wide. It begins at the Similkameen River Bridge and follows the Similkameen River east for 2km. Once the trail reaches the bottom of Windy Joe Mountain it climbs on a switchback road for approximately 3 hours. At the top there is a fire lookout tower and great views of the mountains. Expect a 7 hour return trip.