Tour Description
Experience the beauty and tranquility of a Montana winter on a guided snowshoeing adventure through the Bitterroot Mountains. This six-hour tour begins and ends in Missoula, taking us through the scenic Bitterroot Valley before venturing into snow-covered forests and mountain landscapes. Along the way, your guide will share fascinating insights into the region’s wildlife, native plants, geology, and thousands of years of human history.
We'll stop to enjoy a packed lunch along the trail, search for signs of wildlife, and take in the stunning scenery. After our hike, warm up with hot coffee, tea, or hot chocolate before returning to Missoula. No previous snowshoeing experience is necessary—just a sense of adventure and a willingness to explore Montana's winter wonderland!
Trip Details
Trip Starts
Missoula, Montana
Trip Ends
Missoula, Montana
Trip Length
6-7 hours
Trip Type
Snowshoeing tour
Group Size
4-12 Guests
Activity Level
Trail conditions can vary depending on recent snowfall or the time of the season. Reach out to us at info@northskyadventures.com for up-to-date conditions.
Difficulty
Overall difficulty is easy to moderate. This is an active tour, but we can customize difficulty based on conditions and desired activity level.
Transportation
Our daily travel is by passenger van. We will have a couple van entries and exits depending on wildlife and scenery.
Terrain
Our snowshoe hikes range from 2-7 miles with up to 800ft of elevation gain.
Weather
Montana's weather is highly variable. Winter day temps can range from -20-50° F. Overnight temps will likely be below freezing, depending on season and elevation.
Trip Pace
We'll keep a steady pace, but we will also stop for photos, snacks and water, and interpretation along the way.
Accessibility
This itinerary is not suitable for individuals requiring the use of canes, walkers, and wheelchairs.
What's Included
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Expert interpretation and insight from our professional naturalist guides
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A full lunch
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Drinking water, snacks, and non-alcoholic beverages
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Roundtrip transportation
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Binoculars, spotting scopes, trekking poles, and bear spray
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Entrance fees and permits
What's Not Included
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Reusable water bottles
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Clothing, footwear, and raingear
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Guide Gratuity (industry standard is 10-20% of trip cost)
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Backpacks
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Sunscreen
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Hand and toe warmers
Trip Dates
Tour | Date | Availability | Price |
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Bitterroot Snowshoeing | April 4, 2027 | Available | $235 |
Bitterroot Snowshoeing | April 3, 2027 | Available | $235 |
Bitterroot Snowshoeing | March 28, 2027 | Available | $235 |
Bitterroot Snowshoeing | March 27, 2027 | Available | $235 |
Bitterroot Snowshoeing | March 21, 2027 | Available | $235 |
Bitterroot Snowshoeing | March 20, 2027 | Available | $235 |
Logistics & FAQS
Where do we meet?
We will meet at Caras Park in Downtown Missoula. We'll meet under the large canopy unless otherwise stated.
What should I bring?
Guests should come prepared with warm layers, waterproof winter clothing, sturdy boots, and a sense of adventure. No previous snowshoeing experience is necessary, but guests should be comfortable hiking for several hours over snowy and uneven terrain.
How long is each day trip?
All day tours will begin at 9am and end between 3 and 4 pm. We'll begin and end in the same spot.
How long is the snowshoeing season?
Our season runs between the first week of January and the first week of April. We do run custom day tours in the winter months.
Safety
Safety is our utmost priority. All of our tours are led by professional guides who are all Wilderness First Responders or EMT's. Our guides have extensive guiding and wilderness experience and comply with standardized risk management protocols in case of any potential or actual incident. Each tour will have both an extensive first aid kit and a satellite communication device. Please feel free to email info@northskyadventures.com if you have any questions.
Group Size
By design, we keep our tours to a size of 4-12. This allows for a more intimate experience and ensures everyone is getting the most out of their trip.
Are there Age Restrictions?
We have a minimum age of 12 for our scheduled tours. For private tours the minimum age is 5.