An activity that is sometimes forgotten in the more common Colorado activities of skiing and hiking is snowshoeing. Snowshoeing has been around for thousands of years and still is alive and well today. Colorado is one of the best places to snowshoe because of the great powdery snow and the varying terrain options that provide for a variety of trails. Snowshoeing is also a great sport because its relatively inexpensive. Compared to renting out a snowmobile or even a pair of skis renting snowshoes is really pretty cheap. It's also a good family or group activity because almost anyone that can walk can participate and Colorado has many different trails for beginners and many more extreme trails for experts. The trails are located near almost every ski resort and if not, the resort can surely tell you where to find one. Make sure to wear comfortable footwear and preferably wool socks. Dressing in layers that can be easily removed is also reccomended for when the weather warms up in the afternoon. Backcountry snowshoeing may seem really adventurous and exciting but it can be really dangerous. Avalanches can occur easily and you want to make sure that you don't risk your life just to get to the powder no matter how tempting it may be.

Another activity Colorado has to offer with its amazing snow and mountainous terrain is snowmobiliing. Snowmobiling paths, tours and rentals are offered at almost every ski resort in Colorado as well as in other areas suitable for this kind of recreation including the National Parks. Snowmobiling is a great way to tour the backcountry of the mountains of Colorado because they speedily take you through the forests and to the top of the peaks and you are able to see the many different views and scenes. Touring with a guide would be ideal if you don't know your way around-it's easy to venture off and get lost in the snowy white and seeminly endless terrain. You will also want to make sure to bring appropriate gear especially things that will keep you warm and safe. Keep in mind that each driver must have a valid driver's license. Children are allowed to ride if accompanied by adult. Snowmobiling is an exhilerating activity and there is no better place to experience than Colorado. Whether you whip through snowbanks and off thrilling jumps or glide along the trail on a tour with your family the hundreds of miles of trails can provide you with days of adventure through the wilderness of the Rocky Mountains.