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Snowshoeing and Skiing

Traverse the winter landscape by snowshoeing or skiing the trails this season at the Arboretum.

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Cross-country ski and snowshoe rentals are available when there are four or more inches of snow on a first come, first served basis. Guests are welcome to bring their own cross-country skis or snowshoes when there are four or more inches of snow prior to the start of ski and snowshoe rental season, which starts in mid-January and ends on March 19, 2023.

Trails are marked, and groomed as snowfall permits. Please see the map for scenic trail routes. Timed-entry tickets do not guarantee equipment availability. Payment for skis is by credit card only,

Rentals (credit card only)

Cross-country skis (includes boots and poles) for 2-hour rental:

  • $20 member/$22 guest (costs apply to adults and children)

Snowshoes:

  • Adults – $15 members/$17 guests
  • Children – (Ages 10 and younger) $13 members/$15 guests

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