Taos Backcountry Snowshoe Tour
Overview
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4 hours 30 minutes
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We invite you to enjoy the outdoors of northern New Mexico, strap on some lightweight aluminum snowshoes and hit the scenic trails of the Taos backcountry with your experienced guide. Spend the day floating on snow in the Ponderosa Pine forest of Amole Canyon allowing your guide to do all the planning, handling of equipment logistics, transportation and providing you a pack lunch all included in your tour. Enjoy the intimate and personal experience in a small group setting. Meet in Taos in the lobby at El Monte Sagrado Resort at 10am and return at 230pm.
Additional Info
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
Please advise of all lunch selections at time of booking
What To Bring Your trailhead is located within Carson National Forest at 8250 feet. We recommend bringing: - Snow boots or comfortable waterproof boots - Layered thermal clothing - Warm gloves and hat - Sunglasses or snow goggles - Thermal Mug for Hot Beverage (optional) - Two water bottles or Camel-pack (water to fill bottles provided) - Backpack to stow your belongings
Cancellation Policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
What To Expect
After a snowshoe strapping demonstration, pole fitting, and short safety talk from your guide, your adventure begins! Enjoy two to four miles of backcountry trail offering great views of Picuris Peak, while meandering through a quiet blanketed wilderness mix of old growth pine and mountain meadows.
What‘s Included
Local guide
Bottled water
All taxes, fees and handling charges
Hot Beverage Cocoa + Tea
Your Choice of either Salad OR Sandwich 1.SEASONAL SALAD 2.BEET SALAD 3.COUNTRY CHICKEN SALAD 4.THE GOBBLER 5.MEDITERRANEAN VEGAN 6.WARM TURKEY & SPICED FIG JAM 7.HOT HAM & BRIE 8.GRILLED THREE CHEESE
Snowshoe & Pole Rentals
Gratuities
Waterproof boots, Thermal clothing, Gloves, Hat, Sunglasses, Snow goggles, Water bottle, Camel pack
Options
Taos Backcountry Snowshoe Tour
Reviews
19 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great experience!!!
MCV741,Mar 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Diego the guide was fantastic, and the experience, just wonderful! I highly recommend it
Mountain Hike
Y9348YTsandraf,Mar 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We really enjoyed our day with Diego. It was supposed to be snowshoeing but because of too little snow cover we hiked the path instead. Diego kept us updated along the way. Diego was also very knowledgeable about the path and about wildlife and vegetation species along the path. The lunch was good and so was the conversation. I would definitely do this again and would ask for Diego.
Fun adventure and beautiful scenery
G3522ZSaidas,Feb 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The snowshoe tour was great! The views were amazing and our guide Diego was very knowledgeable about the history of the area and about the native trees and flora. He let us go at our own pace and an added bonus, he was bilingual!
Excellent Amole Canyon Adventure!
K5684SBmarym,Dec 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our multi-generational family (of different physical abilities and interests) had an incredible experience hiking Amole Canyon with Diego. He held the interest of our younger hikers, sharing just enough info about plants, animals, and geology, and providing time for exploration. He was fun to be with and felt like a natural extension of our group. He set up a beautiful lunch at the end of the journey. We had a great time and are already planning a return visit!
Amazing Snowshoeing
FellowTraveler506674,Mar 21, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had an amazing time on our Amole Canyon Snowshoeing Tour with Lizzy as our tour guide! It was me and my son's favorite part of our spring break trip to Taos. We had great weather and fresh snow on our three mile hike, and Lizzy gave us breaks to play in the meadows so the kids could build snowmen or rest. Lizzy was also very patient with re-adjusting my son's snowshoe and had a great attitude. We also had a gourmet lunch and hot chocolate after the tour, what a great time!
Family activity over spring break
Cruiser44915257187,Mar 20, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was one of our favorite activities on our family spring break trip. We enjoyed the scenery and playing in the snow. The sandwiches and hot cocoa at the end was also a highlight.
Spring snow and snowshoes.
Julie O,Mar 16, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00Snowshoe trekking in Amole Canyon was a beautiful adventure. Lizzy led us with ease through the fresh powder. It’s Gods country made accessible via Viator.
Amazing snowshoeing experience in Taos!
marierN1249LA,Jan 5, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Angelisa was such a charming guide and made the trip so much fun! She adjusted as needed for our sea-level visitors and taught us a lot about the area. She made sure we understood the basics and ended the session with an amazing lunch. We will be back!!!
Great Snow Shoe experience
89jq,Jan 13, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A great experiencing snow shoeing in Amole Canyon!! Our tour guide was knowledgeable and personable, and made it so much fun. Definitely recommend if you are vacationing in Taos/Santa Fe
Amazing experience In Carson National Forest
melaniebM1956II,Jan 9, 2021
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Best part of our trip. Our guides vast knowledge and amazing spirit made this an absolute MUST!!!!!!
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