No. UT: Snow much fun!

About This Event

This trail begins just behind the Basin Recreation Fieldhouse, and winds through the beautiful Swaner Preserve. It’s a well-maintained, paved path that will feel like walking on soft snow.

Spikes are a must for this adventure!

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If you registered for the 2025 Hiking Challenge, this counts as a winter hike!

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TRAIL RATING: Easy (200 feet of elevation gain)

LENGTH: 6 miles RT

CARPOOLING: Watch for an email from summitcounty.whs@gmail.com about 5-7 days before the event for coordination.

ALLTRAILS LINK: Swaner Preserve to Willow Creek Park

GEAR:

• The Ten Essentials
• Proper clothing / layers for weather and hiking conditions
• Proper footwear
• Micro spikes depending on conditions (available to rent for $12, please e-mail admin@winehikingsociety.com to reserve)
• Water and trail snacks
• Something lightweight to sit on while we stop to eat and drink (i.e., a backpacking chair, rain jacket, plastic bag, etc.)
• Hiking poles (optional but recommended)

Your four-legged friends are welcome on this hike but must be friendly towards other dogs and humans.

Happy Hour Beverage (recommended for event): Irish coffee, or regular coffee if recognizing dry January!

ALCOHOL NOT INCLUDED

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