Backpacking Trips

This trip is rated Moderate [3]. Participants will be carrying their own backpacks weighing 35 to 40 pounds, distances of 4 to 7 miles daily over varied terrain. To maximize your enjoyment of the trip, we strongly encourage participants to be involved in a training regimen before the trip. Most important to your enjoyment of the trip is your overall fitness level.

This trip is rated Moderate [3]. Participants will be carrying their own backpacks weighing 35-40 pounds distances of 4-6 miles daily over varied terrain.

To maximize your enjoyment of the trip, we strongly encourage participants to be involved in a training regimen before the trip. Most important to your enjoyment of the trip is your overall fitness level.

This trip is rated Moderate Plus [3-4]. Trip participants should be capable of hiking up to 10 miles each date (up to 10 hours) while carrying a backpack that weighs 30-35 pounds over terrains that is steep, rocky, and sometimes exposed. Some scrambling may be required. Elevation gain and loss is up to 3,500'.

This trip is rated Moderate Plus [3-4]. Participants will be carrying their own backpacks weighing 35-40 pounds, distances of 4-8 miles daily over varied terrain.

To maximize your enjoyment of the trip, we strongly encourage participants to be involved in a training regimen before the trip.

This trip is rated Moderate [3]. Participants will be carrying their own backpacks weighing 35-40 pounds for up to 3 miles on the first and last day of this trip, over varied terrain and hiking up to 7 miles on all days of this trip. To maximize your enjoyment of the trip, we strongly encourage you to be involved in a training regimen before the trip. Most important to your enjoyment of the trip is your overall fitness level.

This trip is rated Moderate Plus [3-4]. Participants will carry their own backpacks weighing 35-40 pounds over distances of 5-8 miles with elevation gains/losses of up to 1,100'. Please make sure your backpack is well-fitted to your body before the trip. Day 3 will include a dayhike incorporating an optional 1.5 mile, Class 4 rock scramble.

This trip is rated Vigorous [4]. Participants will be carrying their own backpacks with weights of 35 to 40 lbs over steep and rocky terrain with constant and dramatic elevation gain and/or loss exceeding 2,000' or more per day on most days of this trip. Day hiking with 35 to 40 lbs in the pack you intend to hike with on the trip and making sure your hiking boots are broken in before your trip is key. This is not a beginning backpacking trip. Previous experience is highly recommended.

This trip is rated Moderate Plus [3-4] as we plan to hike for 6-10 hours per day most days on steep, rocky, sometimes exposed terrain, gaining and/or losing up to just over 3,000 feet in elevation some days. We will carry packs weighing 30-35 lbs while we hike as well.

To maximize your enjoyment of the trip we suggest that you engage in a regular exercise regimen beginning at least three months prior to your departure. Most important to your enjoyment of the trip is your overall fitness level.

This trip is rated Moderate Plus [3-4]. We plan to hike for 6-10 hours per day most days on steep, rocky, sometimes exposed terrain, gaining and/or losing up to just over 3,000 feet in elevation some days. We will carry packs weighing 30-35 lbs while we hike as well.

To maximize your enjoyment of the trip we suggest that you engage in a regular exercise regimen beginning at least three months prior to your departure. Most important to your enjoyment of the trip is your overall fitness level.

This trip is rated Strenuous [5]. Participants will be carrying backpacks with weights of 30-45 lbs over steep and rocky terrain for up to 11 miles per day. Participants should be prepared to hike over steep, rocky and sometimes exposed terrain, with constant and dramatic elevation gains and/or losses of up to 3,700 – 5,000 feet per day on most days. We strongly recommend practicing with 30-45 lbs in the pack you intend to use for the trip and making sure your hiking boots are broken in before departure. This is not a beginning backpacking trip. Previous experience is highly recommended and a physician’s release is required prior to participating in this trip.

This trip is rated Moderate Plus [3–4]. Participants should be capable of hiking 7-10 miles (5-7 hours) daily carrying a backpack that weighs 35-40 pounds; total weight is dependent on personal gear choices. The elevation change is moderate, varying from 800' to 2600' of change per day. We will be traveling at high altitude and the thinner air can be challenging in terms of performance.

This trip is rated Moderate Plus [3-4]. We plan to hike for 6-10 hours per day most days on steep, rocky, sometimes exposed terrain, gaining and/or losing up to just over 3,000 feet in elevation some days. We will carry packs weighing 30-35 lbs while we hike as well.

To maximize your enjoyment of the trip we suggest that you engage in a regular exercise regimen beginning at least three months prior to your departure. Most important to your enjoyment of the trip is your overall fitness level.

This trip is rated Moderate Plus [3–4]. Participants will be carrying their own backpacks weighing 35 to 40 pounds distances of up to 9 miles daily over varied terrain.

To maximize your enjoyment of the trip, we strongly encourage participants to be involved in a training regimen before the trip. We also recommend that you stay well hydrated prior to departure to assist in mitigating altitude sickness. Most important to your enjoyment of the trip is your overall fitness level.

This trip is rated Vigorous (4). Participants will be carrying their own backpacks with weights of 35 to 40 lbs. over varied terrain and at altitude. We will backpack a total of approximately 30 miles over our four backpacking days; however, the number of miles per day will vary depending on the campsite locations for each given departure. Please make sure your backpack is fitted to your body before the trip.

This trip is rated Vigorous (4). Trip members should be capable of carrying a full backpack for up to 8 miles per day (up to 6 hours per day). Your backpack will weigh 35-40 pounds which includes 5-10 pounds of group gear. The terrain can be rugged and may require some rock scrambling to negotiate. We will be crossing long stretches of soft sand and gravel with no established trail.

This is not a beginning backpack trip. You must have experience backpacking and camping in remote locations.

This trip is rated Moderate Plus [3-4]. Participants will be carrying their own backpacks weighing 35 to 40 pounds distances of 5 to 7 miles daily over varied terrain.

To maximize your enjoyment of the trip, we strongly encourage participants to be involved in a training regimen before the trip. Most important to your enjoyment of the trip is your overall fitness level.

This trip is rated Strenuous [5]. Participants will be carrying backpacks with weights of 30-45 lbs for up to 11 miles per day. Participants should be prepared to hike over steep, rocky and sometimes exposed terrain, with constant and dramatic elevation gains and/or losses of up to 5,000 feet per day on most days. We strongly recommend practicing with 30-45 lbs in the pack you intend to use for the trip and making sure your hiking boots are broken in before departure. This is not a beginning backpacking trip. Previous backpacking experience is a prerequisite for participation and a physician's release is required.

This trip is rated Moderate Plus [3-4]. Participants will be carrying their own backpacks weighing 35-40 pounds distances of 5-7 miles daily over varied terrain. On Alta Peak summit day participants will only carry a day pack weighing 10-15 pounds for 9 miles.

To maximize your enjoyment of the trip, we strongly encourage participants to be involved in a training regimen before the trip. Most important to your enjoyment of the trip is your overall fitness level.

This trip is rated Moderate Plus [3-4]. Participants will be carrying their own backpacks weighing 30-35 pounds for distances of between 3.5-8 miles with approximately 2,000' of elevation gain/loss multiple days in a row.

This trip is rated Moderate Plus [3–4]. Participants will be carrying their own backpacks weighing 35-40 pounds distances of 5-8 miles daily over varied terrain.

To maximize your enjoyment of the trip, we strongly encourage participants to be involved in a training regimen before the trip. We also recommend that you stay well hydrated prior to departure to assist in mitigating altitude sickness. Most important to your enjoyment of the trip is your overall fitness level.

This trip is rated Strenuous [5]. Participants will be carrying backpacks weighing 35-45 pounds for up to 10 miles each day. You should be prepared to hike over steep, rocky and sometimes exposed terrain, with constant and dramatic elevation gains and/or losses of up to 4,000 feet per day. We strongly recommend training with 30-45 pounds loaded in the backpack you intend to use for the trip and making sure your hiking boots are broken in before departure. This is not a beginner backpacking trip. Previous experience is highly recommended and a physician’s release is required prior to participating in this trip.

This trip is rated Moderate Plus [3–4]. Participants will be carrying their own backpacks weighing 35 to 40 pounds distances of up to 9 miles daily over varied terrain.

To maximize your enjoyment of the trip, we strongly encourage participants to be involved in a training regimen before the trip. We also recommend that you stay well hydrated prior to departure to assist in mitigating altitude sickness. Most important to your enjoyment of the trip is your overall fitness level.

This trip is rated Moderate Plus (3-4). Participants will carry their own backpacks weighing 35 to 40 pounds distances of 4.6 to 8 miles daily over varied terrain. Please make sure your backpack is fitted to your body before the trip. Day 3 will include a dayhike incorporating an optional 1.5 mile, Class 4 rock scramble.

This trip is rated Moderate Plus [3-4]. Participants will be carrying their own backpacks weighing 35 to 40 pounds distances of 5 to 7 miles daily over varied terrain.

To maximize your enjoyment of the trip, we strongly encourage participants to be involved in a training regimen before the trip. Most important to your enjoyment of the trip is your overall fitness level.

This trip is rated Moderate Plus [3–4]. Participants should be capable of hiking 5-10 miles (5-7 hours) daily carrying a backpack that weighs 35-40 pounds. The elevation change is moderate, varying from 1000' to 2200' of change per day. We will be traveling at high altitude where the thinner air can be challenging in terms of performance.

This trip is rated Moderate Plus [3-4]. Participants will be carrying their own backpacks weighing 35-45 pounds for four consecutive days. Daily backpacking mileage will vary between 5-10 miles with daily elevation gains/losses of up to 1,000'.

This trip is rated Moderate [3]. Participants will be carrying their own backpacks weighing 35-40 pounds, distances of 4-7 miles daily over varied terrain. To maximize your enjoyment of the trip, we strongly encourage participants to be involved in a training regimen before the trip. The most important factor to enjoy this trip is your overall fitness level.

This trip is rated Strenuous [5]. Participants will be carrying backpacks with weights of 30-45 lbs for up to 11 miles per day. Participants should be prepared to hike over steep, rocky and sometimes exposed terrain, with constant and dramatic elevation gains and/or losses of up to 5,000 feet per day on most days. Previous backpacking experience or extensive hiking experience is a prerequisite for participation and a physician's release is required.

This trip is rated Vigorous [4]. Participants will be carrying their own backpacks with weights of 35-40 lbs. over varied terrain and at altitudes of approximately 7,000'-8,000'. Please make sure your backpack is fitted to your body before the trip. Trip members need to be in good physical condition.

This trip is rated Moderate [3]. This is a supported backpacking trip so participants will carry their own backpacks, with personal gear only, weighing 20 -25 lbs. for distances of 3 – 7 miles daily over varied terrain. Group gear including tents, cooking gear, stoves/fuel, water filters and food (except lunches and snacks) will be transported separately to each camp location.