Chickadee Ridge Guided Snowshoe & Hiking Tour in Lake Tahoe 

Explore one of the most beloved high-elevation trails in Lake Tahoe on a guided Chickadee Ridge snowshoe tour or summer hiking adventure. Located above Mt. Rose at approximately 8,000 feet, this stunning ridgeline offers reliable winter snow, cooler summer temperatures, and breathtaking views of Lake Tahoe in every season.
 

Your guided hike or snowshoe tour begins at the Tahoe Meadows / Ophir Creek Trailhead, just minutes from Incline Village, NV. From here, guests travel through lodgepole pine forests, open alpine meadows, and gentle ridgelines, gradually climbing about 300 feet to a scenic overlook with sweeping views of Lake Tahoe’s shoreline and surrounding mountains.
 

In winter, Chickadee Ridge becomes one of the most scenic and accessible beginner snowshoe tours in Lake Tahoe. Guests walk through quiet snowy forests, across wide-open meadows, and along a gently rolling ridge with stunning alpine views. Snowshoes and poles are provided, and no prior snowshoeing experience is required.
 

This 2–2.5 mile roundtrip snowshoe hike is ideal for families, couples, and first-time snowshoers looking for a fun and achievable winter adventure. Children 7 years and older are welcome, and the mellow terrain makes this one of the most family-friendly snowshoe tours in Lake Tahoe.
 

Wildlife sightings are common, including the famous mountain chickadees, which often perch nearby year-round. Whether you’re visiting Tahoe in winter, spring, summer, or fall, this Chickadee Ridge guided tour offers one of the most scenic and rewarding ways to explore the Sierra Nevada mountains.
 

With small group sizes, expert local guides, and the option for private tours, this is one of the most approachable and memorable snowshoeing and hiking experiences in Lake Tahoe.