Do you feel like the snow dampens your possibilities on outdoor activities? Check out our activities for the winter. Winter can last anywhere from January to April, ranging from negative 20 to 60 degrees. That’s right around a quarter of the year. With our activities, you’re not going to be stuck at home on the couch waiting for the site of spring and summer. We offer cheap to expensive price ranges so everyone can enjoy the outdoor season. There are a variety of activities that include: sledding, ice caves, snowshoeing, cross country skiing, sleigh rides, ice fishing, ice skating, air boarding, snow biking, snowboarding, skiing, and snowmobiling.

Snowshoeing at Mesa Falls

Want some peace and quite? Mesa Falls is just 1 hour north of Rexburg. It provides a terrific outdoor activity where you can really enjoy nature without disturbance. You can also get a great work out on the trails provided.



Direction from http://www.mapquest.com:

Start: Rexburg

End: Mesa Falls

  1. Start out going West on E 7th S toward S Center ST.
  2. Turn left onto S Yellowstone Hwy/ Old US-20
  3. Turn right onto University Blvd/ 1600 ST S.
  4. Merge onto US-20 E toward St. Anthony
  5. Turn right onto Main St/ ID-47/ ID-32/ NF-62.
  6. Continue to follow ID-47/ NF-62
  7. Keep left at the fork to continue on ID-47/ NF-62
  8. Turn left onto Upper Mesa Falls Rd.
  9. Turn left to stay on Upper Mesa Falls Rd.

Cost

Outdoor Resource Center
Hours: Monday-Friday 9am-6pm, Saturday 9am-5pm

  • Snowshoes: $10.00

Weekend Deal to Mesa Falls

  • Ride, Snowshoes, Poles: $10

Supplies from Head to Toe:

  • Beanie or some type of head warmer
  • Goggles/Tight Sunglasses
  • Scarf (Optional)
  • Thermal shirt (Optional)
  • Snow jacket
  • Gloves
  • Thermal pants (Optional)
  • Snow pants
  • Snowshoes
  • Food/Water
  • Backpack

Safety

  • Have a trail map
  • Avoid being out in the dark
  • Avoid being alone and bring a partner
  • This can be tiring, so pack plenty of water and maybe stock up on carbs the day before

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