Easily a dozen cross-country ski and snowshoe trails are sprinkled throughout the Valley. A great trail for snowshoeing in a protected winter wonderland is Waterdog Lakes Trail off US 50 west of Garfield. Stands of pine along this popular trail insulate snowshoers against the wind. The trail ends in a beautiful high alpine basin and it feels like another world. Suitable for all levels. Near Buena Vista, the Ptarmigan Lake Trail off Cottonwood Pass Road appeals to more seasoned snowshoers while the Browns Creek Trail welcomes most abilities of cross-country skiers and snowshoers.