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For our winter snow hikes and snowshoeing in Utah, you'll need insulated SNOW BOOTS; your feet will get very cold in regular hiking shoes and boots. Ladies, avoid snow boots with heels.
SNOW HIKING, we recommend that you bring slip on SPIKES, to attach to your snow boots and bring adjustable snowshoe poles.
SNOWSHOEING, make sure you bring poles with baskets when snowshoeing.
WINTER ACTIVITIES DRESS IN LAYERS, the colder the temperature the more layers you'll need. Avoid cotton clothing.
WATER PROOF PANTS,
WEAR LAYERS,
GATORS,
INSULATED SNOW BOOTS
THICK WOOL SOCKS,
WOOL KNIT HAT,
WOOL BEANIE.
SCARF to cover your face,
INSULATED GLOVES
SUNGLASSES,
SUNSCREEN,
WATER,
HANDWARMERS or BATTERY WARMERS,
ENERGY AND SALTY SNACKS,
THERMOS WITH HOT DRINK or SOUP,
CELL PHONE OR CAMERA
SACK LUNCH, (Pack out your trash).
TRACTION LAW in UTAH
Traveling in winter weather is challenging, especially in the canyons. UDOT wants to keep you safe. During severe winter weather, Utah drivers must use traction devices on their vehicles in certain locations throughout the state. This includes Big & Little Cottonwood Canyons. UDOT
