James Murren, Author at Snowshoe Magazine

Winter Trails and Ice Walls in Cody, WY

James Murren — Thu, 08 May 2025 18:30:00 +0000

Ice Climbing near Yellowstone

Cody, Wyoming, sits about 60 miles—or roughly an hour’s drive—east of Yellowstone National Park’s East Entrance. Alongside outstanding snowshoeing, the region offers ample opportunities for cross-country skiing, ice climbing, and more. In fact, the South Fork … Continue reading → “Winter Trails and Ice Walls in Cody, WY”

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Snowshoeing Oakzanita Peak in San Diego County, CA

James Murren — Tue, 20 Feb 2024 23:00:02 +0000

Time and space were before me, snow covered meadows and trees and dying yucca plants testament to the understanding of being present. On my trek up to Oakzanita Peak in Cuyamaca Rancho State Park, I moved with the motivation … Continue reading → “Snowshoeing Oakzanita Peak in San Diego County, CA”

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Snowshoeing Near Obsidian Dome, Eastern Sierra, CA

James Murren — Thu, 03 Feb 2022 21:32:31 +0000

Obsidian Dome is a unique geologic feature located on the Mono-Inyo Craters volcanic chain and sits off of US 395 between Mammoth Lakes and June Lake, CA.

Technically the area is located within Inyo National Forest, the agency maintaining the … Continue reading → “Snowshoeing Near Obsidian Dome, Eastern Sierra, CA”

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The Sandshoeing Experience: Will Snowshoes Work on Sand?

James Murren — Thu, 27 May 2021 20:01:35 +0000

With all of the more recent articles and discussions about using snowshoes on the sand, I had to give it a try. Living in San Diego, there is some 70 miles (113 km) of coastline that provide plenty of … Continue reading → “The Sandshoeing Experience: Will Snowshoes Work on Sand?”

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Snowshoe Your Own Adventure, Mammoth Mountain, CA

James Murren — Tue, 20 Oct 2020 21:28:23 +0000

Mammoth Lakes (the town) and Mammoth Mountain (downhill skiing) offer over 320 miles of trails, many for winter enthusiasts, including snowshoers. Sometimes, though, getting away from the primary access points like trails affords opportunities for less crowded spaces. Another way … Continue reading → “Snowshoe Your Own Adventure, Mammoth Mountain, CA”

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