Trip
Basic Snowshoe – Sprague Lake - RMNP
Enjoy an easy moonlight snowshoe hike around Sprague Lake, where the wide, nearly level loop allows for relaxed travel and quiet conversation. As dusk deepens, the full Snow Moon rises over the Continental Divide, casting bright, silvery light across the frozen lake and surrounding peaks. This tranquil winter outing offers a gentle, scenic way to experience snowshoeing amid the beauty of Rocky Mountain National Park.
Contacts
- Sun, Feb 1, 2026
- Denver
- Snowshoeing
- Adults
- Easy
- Mileage: 3.0 mi
- Elevation Gain: 300 ft
- High Point Elevation: 8,867 ft
- Pace: 1.3 - 1.5 MPH
- FULL, 2 on waitlist (9 capacity)
- FULL (3 capacity)
- Cancellation & Refund Policy
Experience the magic of a moonlight snowshoe hike around Sprague Lake in Rocky Mountain National Park, following a gentle loop along the Sprague Lake Connector, Glacier Creek, and Sprague Lake Trail. Under the glow of a full moon, the frozen world comes alive with shimmering snow, towering peaks, and long alpine shadows that reveal the grandeur of RMNP in a rare and serene light. The evening culminates with a quiet venture across the frozen surface of Sprague Lake itself; please come prepared for nighttime temperatures, as our steady, comfortable pace will ensure everyone stays warm while enjoying this unforgettable winter journey. We will not enter avalanche risk areas. Overall, this hike is ~3 mile and ~300 ft elevation gain. (Sprague Lake RNMP - CalTopo)
Carpool Place & Time: Meet at US 36 & McCaslin Blvd PnR-South 3:30PM for a 3:45PM depart (US 36 and McCaslin Blvd Park and Ride - South - Google Maps)
We'll carpool to the Sprague Lake TH Parking in RMNP (Sprague Lake - Google Maps)
We expect to begin the hike at ~ 5:15 - 5:30PM
Required Equipment
Ten essentials, snowshoes, headlamps (with fully charged batteries), and enough clothes to stay comfortable for this nighttime hike. Trekking poles are recommended.