I know it’s a bold statement, but I think Manning Park is the best place to snowshoe in southwestern BC. Here’s why snowshoeing in Manning Park is so awesome:
- Easy drive from Greater Vancouver on a plowed and sanded highway.
- Usually low avalanche risk.
- Better weather and fluffier snow than the coast.
- No stupidly steep climbs. Gorgeous mountain views.
- TONS of trails ranging from super flat beginner routes to all-day epics in the backcountry that climb mountains.
I mean, what else do you need? In this guide I’ll give you all the details you need to choose the right trail for snowshoeing in Manning Park, plus tips to keep you safe on the trail.
This guide to snowshoeing in Manning Park includes:
- Quick reference guide: An easy overview of the stats for all the trails
- Snowshoeing safety: key info to help get you prepared to snowshoe in Vancouver
- Where to rent snowshoes in Manning Park including which shops have the best price
- Snowshoe trails in Manning Park: details for 9 trails
- No-go trails: summer trails that aren’t safe for snowshoeing
Psst! Looking for even more places to snowshoe in British Columbia? Check out these Vancouver-area snowshoe guides:
- Snowshoeing in Vancouver
- Snowshoeing in the Fraser Valley
- Snowshoeing in Whistler
- Snowshoeing in Squamish
Hey there: Some of the links in this post are affiliate links, which means I earn a small commission at no extra cost to you if you make a purchase. Thanks for supporting my website! -Taryn