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Snowshoeing

Northgate Trails is located just 10 minutes from Dauphin and offers snowshoe trails for beginners and seasoned winter hikers.

Where can you snowshoe in Northgate Trails?

All trails at Northgate are suitable for snowshoeing except for the Edwards Creek Connector Trail. We especially encourage you to check out our groomed trails, as snowshoeing helps keep our trails groomed throughout the winter.

The following trails are usually groomed in the winter:

    • COOP Family Trail
    • Parkline
    • Gatehouse
    • Bobsled
    • Sunday Drive
    • Slim Jim
    • Ol’ Chap
    • Dirt Nap

    Depending on conditions, we may also groom Jersey Shore and Crop Duster.

    Please stay off cross country skiing groomed trails when snowshoeing.

      View Northgate Trail Maps
      Trail Conditions

      When to Go &
      What to Bring

      When to Go

      Snowshoeing season runs from approximately mid-December to mid-March, weather dependent. Trail grooming begins immediately after the snow falls and stays on the ground.

      What To Bring

      • Warm layers
      • Insulated boots
      • Snowshoes with crampons
      • Poles
      • Water
      • Snacks
      • Phone in an inner pocket
      • Headlamp if starting late
      Firepits are available for use at the trailhead for cooking and warming.

      Trail Etiquette

      • Stay off set ski tracks.
      • Yield to uphill users.
      • Leave no trace.
      • Keep pets leashed.

      Safety

      Tips for your Safety

      • Travel with a buddy if possible.
      • Watch for changing weather and frostbite risk.
      • Follow marked routes.
      • All trails have numbered trail markers.
        • If you have an emergency, our EMS can reference the numbered trail markers and assist you.
      View The Northgate Trails Map