Winter Adventures - Hiking and Snowshoeing
Snow is falling at high elevations in the Bitterroot as of October 20th, 2025!
Day Trip Destinations
When you book a tour with Bitterroot Backpacking, we will reach out to plan the best trip for you and your group! Here are just a few options we recommend out of many available!
Trip Highlights
Traverse Incredible Scenery
With mountains topping at over 10,000 ft, the views are plentiful and beautiful!
Hike in Peace and Solitude
Hike and snowshoe in peace and solitude. The Bitterroot is home to "National Park-like Scenery" but is one of the least visited areas in Montana!
Eat the Expert's Snacks
At Bitterroot Backpacking, we're carnivores, but we also offer VEGAN and NON-GLUTEN options too!
Learn About Safe Snow Travel
Stay out of avalanche danger on our winter excursions!
Use the Best Gear
- Red Feather Snowshoes
-Trekking Poles, Black Diamond Micro Spikes, Hyperlight Mountain Gear Packs, and Foam Sit Pads to keep you dry and warm when seated in the snow!
Get Educated by Awesome Guides
Theres tons of backpacking tips and tricks to be learned! Discussions of local ecology, geology, and history to be had!
More Details About This Trip:
Immediately after booking a trip with Bitterroot Backpacking, Luke Hayduk, expert guide, will reach out to plan your ideal winter adventure with you and your group!
Most routes are 3 - 7 mi round trip with some elevation gain, 500 - 1500 ft. Expect the trails to be snowy, icy, rocky, in fairly good condition, and with occasional obstacles like fallen trees and snowmelt puddles to cross along the way. Your feet may get wet!
Guide Carries:
- Foam Sit Pads
- First aid
- Garmin GPS communicator
- Water filtration
- Toiletries kit
- Bear Spray
- Other necessities
We encourage hikers to book rain, shine, or snow! The weather can sometimes be tough to predict, and conditions will vary from the forecast. We generally experience temperatures between 10 F and 30 F when hiking in mid winter. Oct 21st Update: Sunny and daily highs in the 50's! Read more below on what to bring to help prepare for the weather!
Your expert guide is Wilderness First Responder Certified, Leave No Trace Certified, and Food-Handler Certified.
All tours require a two ticket minimum. Solo travelers are welcome to book their own trip or request to join another trip!
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Licencing, Permits, and Insurance
Every trip is operated in accordance with Montana Outfitting and Guiding laws with proper licenses, permits, and insurance.
Cancellation Policy
Winter Adventures can be cancelled within 24 hrs and/or up until 72 hrs before the start of a trip for a full refund. Trips are non-refundable after those points.