Snowshoeing is the easiest way to explore Colorado's winter backcountry. If you can walk, you can snowshoe. Strap on a pair and suddenly you have access to quiet forest trails, frozen meadows, and mountain vistas that few visitors ever see.
Colorado offers snowshoeing for every ability level. Groomed trails at Nordic centers make for easy walking. Rocky Mountain National Park has ranger-led snowshoe walks. Mountain towns like Breckenridge and Vail offer miles of forest trails. Guided tours can take you to backcountry cabins for overnight adventures.
The experience is different from skiing - quieter, slower, more contemplative. You'll hear birds, spot animal tracks, and find solitude even on busy winter weekends. Many people find it meditative, a chance to truly experience the mountain winter.