What kind of shoes do you wear with snow shoes?

Question

A friend lent me a pair of snow shoes for an upcoming trip. I've never done this before. They actually gave us two pairs to use.

I see that I can strap in just about any type of shoe into the snow shoe but works best? I can barely walk in my snowboard boots so I don't think I want to wear that as it doesn't flex at the ankle.

What other tips do you have for a first-timer?

Is there a website that lists good scenic trails? Do you normally need to pay an admission or access fee?

Specifically we'll be in south Lake Tahoe. In case that makes a difference or you have any specific tips.

Answer 1

don't wear winter boots instead wear a good pair of hiking boots goretex is nice if you have them and wear gaitors. Tubbs wed site has a nice trail finding feature as well as LL beans wed site. most places would be free but as a beginer you might be better finding a cross country ski area with groomed trails much easier and worth the money .

Answer 2

Most winter boots should work just fine with the snowshoes. Salomon and adidas at one time made boots designed for snowshoes, as well as regular boots. If you don;t like boots, then try a pair of snowskate shoes. They are basically waterproof skate shoes with a neoprene gaiter to keep snow from getting in.

Answer 3

Snow shoes arn't magical, they're way simpler than skis or snowboards, use a nice comfy/ warm winter boot, you can go anywhere with snow shoes, look for Mountain bike trails if you want something scenic

Answer 4

You don't wear shoes. Wear winter boots

Answer 5

Snow boots. Waterproof them before you use them to prevent discoloring.

Answer 6

just use a snowboot. they work fine.