Recreation

There's also nothing like breaking trail on a couple feet of fresh powder in Bear Basin, our favorite spot to snowshoe once the storm has passed and we awaken to cobalt blue skies and crisp conditions.

If you're just getting started, consider any of the Nordic areas such as Ponderosa Park, Tamarack Resort, Jug Mountain Ranch and Bear Basin Nordic Center. In McCall, you can rent snow shoes at Gravity Sports and Hometown Sports.