Snowshoeing in Spain's Sierra Nevada
Guided day or multi-day tours here in these wonderful mountains!
What it is all about?
During
the winter months snow is in abundance; and with great trails offering
wonderful scenery, snowshoers will find this a wonderful destination.
Moreover, snowshoers of every level of skill and experience will find
plenty of trails to meet their desires and needs.If youve never tried it....you should! Its good fun and very easy to learn. From high start points to the north of the Veleta (3394 m) peak we have easy access to high snow bowls where the basics can be learnt. After the brief learning curve we can then ascend some simple peaks. Longer tours can be found to the south of the range, including the highest peak in mainland Spain...Mulhacen (3483 m). There are some fantasic descents through the forests above Capileira!
We have snowshoes available from well know makes such as Tubbs, Salomen and Camp. Hire costs are included in the holiday price.
We also use the high Puerto de Ragua as an access point to get to the wonderful snows of the eastern Sierras. Unspoilt and quiet, this area is ideal for venturing into the winter hills.
When snow conditions allow we are able to run trips in the hills and forests just above your base at Lanjaron. Almost snowshoeing from the doorstep!
Snowshoeing in the forests of the Alpujarras, Sierra Nevada
Snowshoeing Sierra Nevada Photo Gallery
Who?
The good news is that anyone who can walk can go snowshoeing. From young
kids to senior citizens. Depending on your age and weight range there will
be a shoe that will fit your specific needs.
Where?
There are many great places to try out your snowshoes. Email
Spanish Highs Mountain Guides for suggestions in the Sierra Nevada. Once
you feel comfortable, you might like to try out a new hiking trail.
When
Any time you want during December to May (if there are at least
4 inches snow on the ground)! Snowshoeing is a great activity by itself
or combined with other outdoor pursuits like winter camping, backcountry
snowboarding and skiing, sledding, or running. When you have a pair of snowshoes,
there are no more excuses for not getting out and enjoying winter.
Why?
There are a number of reasons to enjoy the benefits of snowshoeing:
A fun and active way to visit the outdoors
Inexpensive
Simple to learn
Great cardiovascular exercise
Another fun winter activity to add to your list
Good for your spirit
An entertaining social activity
Everyone is doing it!
How to do it?
See our Guide to Snowshoeing
for more information
You may also be interested in?
Winter
Skills - obtain the skills necessary for secure winter travel
Walking Sierra Nevada - climbing the high peaks from valley bases
Walking Alpujarra - lower level walking in the foothills and valleys of the Sierras
Walking Alpujarra - a village to village holiday linking parts of the GR7 path
Walking Sierra Nevada - climbing the high peaks from valley bases
Walking Alpujarra - lower level walking in the foothills and valleys of the Sierras
Walking Alpujarra - a village to village holiday linking parts of the GR7 path
