Snowshoe Rental on the Wasatch: Bonanza Base Camp Cocoa & Views near Midway

High in the Wasatch Mountains above Midway, Utah, Snowshoe Rental provides a short, accessible way to trade pavement for powder and walk into classic alpine scenery. This two-hour outing begins at the Empire Pass Bus Stop at The Montage and threads quiet ridgelines down into the Bonanza Base camp, where warm cocoa and s’mores punctuate the trail with a cozy finish. The route is a gentle climb onto high meadows carved from the Wasatch Range’s volcanic and sedimentary rock, with open views back toward the Heber Valley. Key features include wind-sculpted snowfields, aspen groves with papery bark, and a sheltered evergreen bowl at Bonanza Base camp. Wildlife is possible—look for mule deer and red-tailed hawks—and the terrain is straightforward: packed tracks and occasional soft drifts rather than steep couloirs. This rental-centered experience is unique because it pairs self-powered travel with a low-friction support setup: snowshoes fitted to your boots, directions and a local check-in routine, and the option to extend your time on the mountain by the hour. Guests check in 45 minutes before their appointment at the Empire Pass Bus Stop; that public transit meet point makes the trip unusually accessible for visitors staying in Midway and nearby resorts. The meeting instruction—Arrive at the Empire Pass Bus Stop at The Montage 45 minutes before your appointment. (This will be on the Purple Bus Line)—is the precise operational note you’ll need. Practical for first-timers and seasoned winter walkers alike, the rental service keeps gear simple so you can focus on route-finding and scenery. Bonanza Base camp is the social crater of the outing: a small clearing where the group can warm their hands over cocoa, toast s’mores, and trade route tips while framed by the dark trunks of firs and the long shadows of the afternoon sun. Bring layered clothing and waterproof footwear; if you’re unfamiliar with snowshoe sizing or binding adjustments, ask at check-in to match equipment to your stride. The operator limits participation to ages 18 and up unless minors are accompanied by adults, and you can add extra time on the snow for $15 per hour if you want to lengthen the loop or linger at the base camp. For travelers staying in Midway or at nearby Deer Valley and Park City lodges, this rental is a compact way to sample the Wasatch in winter: minimal logistics, scenic payoff, and a sweet, campfire-finish that makes the mountains feel immediately approachable. Guides speak English, and the booking page lists a flexible cancellation policy with a full refund given 48 hours in advance; bring ID and plan transit timing around the purple bus schedule. The exact meeting address is 1370 W Soldier Holw Ln, Midway, UT 84049, USA. Bring layers.