As far as destinations go, there’s no better place to visit in the winter than a mountain town. Snow-dusted pine trees, twinkling shop lights, and cheerful après stops are just a few of the picturesque sights to discover in a mountain town, but the real joy to be found in a mountain town is out in the surrounding natural landscape.
Whether you are a sledder, snowshoe enthusiast, cross-country or skate skier, or a backcountry thrill seeker, there’s plenty of winter fun to be had in the mountains. This season, consider breaking out of your regular weekend plans for a quick trip into the hills at one of these incredible destinations:
1. Tahoe, California
Actually comprised of a string of mountain communities scattered around the lake and surrounding mountain passes, it’s hard not to love the Tahoe area. Tahoe City, Truckee, Homewood, Incline Village, Stateline, South Lake Tahoe, and Meyers are all great destinations. Top adventures include:
The Canadian outdoor haven is known for its rock climbing and mountain biking in the summer, but the skiing, snowshoeing and winter play here is all top notch, as well.
Don’t be dissuaded by the town’s somewhat kitschy (but also kind of lovable) Bavarian theme--this Central Washington mountain town is a perfect playground for hardcore mountain lovers.
Take a deep breath of fresh alpine air in this upstate New York escape, where your more typical snow adventures are complemented by things like ice fishing and ski jumping.
If you are looking for a winter mountain destination that doesn’t get the traffic that downhill slopes bring to town but offers all the scenery, consider this Colorado gem set in the midst of phenomenal backcountry opportunities.
From world-class distilleries, farm to fork restaurants, and the big sky this rocky mountain state is known for, there’s nothing in Bozeman that is lacking.
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