Green Pond Trail – A Perfect Snowshoe Escape
Taking a snowshoe break
Winter holds so much opportunity for outdoor recreation and one of my favorite activities is snowshoeing. I love to hike in the spring, summer, and fall so when I’m able to strap on the snowshoes after the first few feet of snow have fallen the hiking void is filled. The Green Pond trail is a short drive from Mountain Green. The trailhead is easy to get to with ample parking located on the Snowbasin connector road, about one and one half miles from the Trappers Loop (Hwy 167) highway.
When you arrive at the trailhead you have the choice of going southeast or northwest. I prefer the southeast trail although after parking you have to cross the connector road to start your hike. The trailhead is clearly marked and it gets enough traffic that you shouldn’t have a problem finding your way. Please note that this trail is not groomed, patrolled, or maintained in the winter but is well used.
It takes about 20 to 25 minutes of moderate hiking to get to Green Pond but once there you will enjoy a beautiful setting. The pond is frozen and snow-covered in winter and surrounded by an aspen and conifer forest. The area attracts wildlife so don’t be surprised if you catch site of a moose or two along your route. From here you can return to the trailhead or continue southwest toward the Strawberry Bowl area of the Snowbasin Ski Resort.
Green Pond covered by a blanket of snow
A cautionary note: never venture into the back-country without telling someone where you are going and when you expect to return. Also make sure to carry emergency gear including a cell phone, matches, reflective blanket, first aid kit, whistle, food and water. As the boy scouts say, always be prepared. ENJOY.