Basic Snowshoe - Paradise Area Trails

A novel loop trip encompasses a full loop around the Paradise area--first heading east and south (and down) to Paradise Valley, then west through the Paradise Picnic area.  From here we cross the road and head cross-country a bit more west and then north to connect to the Nisqually Vista Trail and do that loop.  Finally we head further north (and up) on the westside of Alta Vista for hoped for killer views. 

Note: Likely about a third of this route will be off the usual marked trails and will require "breaking trail".  Please accurately self-assess that you are of proper conditioning for this type of trek.  Everyone should expect to do some "breaking-trail"/be the front person--some for a short time and some likely doing more of this.  It should be a beautifully, wonderful day.

Here is the proposed Gaia route: https://www.gaiagps.com/public/kJ40oWpUMrm92SUWWM2jDw6q/

Meet at Longmire, outside The Museum, at 8:45 AM.  We will consolidate cars if needed and head up the hill to the main Paradise Lot, near the Visitors Center, when the gate opens at 9:00 AM.  Park entry fee or an America the Beautiful Pass required.  All cars going up to Paradise must carry chains.