All year round
Choose the best month to match your desired experience
Align activities with safer, lower-impact windows: avalanche checks in winter, blossoms in spring, cool mornings in summer, and quieter ridgelines in autumn.
Updated: March 2024
Winter
Stick to designated snow trails and review avalanche risks before heading out. Keep dogs leashed and steer clear of quiet areas.
Check safety bulletin
Spring
Late spring bursts with blooms in many valleys; avoid muddy margins to prevent trails from widening, and hike at dawn to enjoy birds.
Summer
Begin early for glacier views, swim only in approved zones, and think about microspikes for early-season snowfields.
Autumn
Golden woods and cooler mornings translate to gentler hikes. Pick quieter lodges and stick to sturdy trails.