Snowshoe Routes, Washington
Snowshoe Routes, Washington by Dan A. Nelson is a comprehensive guide published by Mountaineers in 1998, featuring 239 pages in English. This first edition offers detailed descriptions of 81 diverse snowshoe routes across Washington, catering to a range of skill levels from beginners to experienced adventurers. Each route includes essential information such as access details, estimated time, elevation changes, optimal visiting times, and accompanying maps.
Readers will find valuable introductory material covering equipment, techniques, clothing, camping, avalanche awareness, and winter safety. The guide emphasizes a variety of routes, from easy, family-friendly paths to more challenging backcountry trails that may require advanced skills. This resource is designed for those interested in winter sports and travel in the Pacific Northwest, making it a practical tool for planning snowshoeing excursions.
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This authoritative guide provides complete details on a prime selection of 81 diverse snowshoe routes. Choices range from Easy, relatively level routes for beginners or families, on up to Backcountry, less-defined routes that often include steep elevation gains or require winter- survival and basic mountaineering skills. Each route description includes vital access information, plus estimated time, elevation gain and loss, best time to go, and maps to carry. Introductory material includes information on equipment, technique, clothing, camping, avalanche awareness, and winter safety.
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