Activity Level and Qualifications

This trip is rated Strenuous (5). We climb for 4 hours or more on most days at altitudes between 6,500’ – 14,000’ while carrying heavy packs on sometimes steep snow and ice. We gain over 2,000’ in elevation most days. On our summit day we may hike as much as 12-14 hours as we ascend about 5,000’ then immediately hike 7,500’ back down.

The terrain and conditions will require the use of specialized equipment for climbing ice or snow, including ropes, harnesses, helmets, crampons, ice axes and more. Previous experience is highly recommended and we ask you to review your personal health and preparation plan with your medical physician prior to traveling.

Activity Level and Qualifications

This trip is rated Moderate Plus [3-4]. Trip members should be capable of cycling up to 50 miles (5–7 hours). Participants should come equipped with a spirit of adventure.

Activity Level and Qualifications

This trip is rated Moderate [3]. Participants should be comfortable with daily hikes ranging between 5–9 miles with elevation gains/losses of up to 2,200 ft.

Activity Level and Qualifications

This trip is rated Moderate Plus [3–4]. This trip is rated Moderate Plus [3–4]. ​Although this is a beginning backpacking trip, conditioning is key to the enjoyment of it, as there are daily moderate to strenuous physical challenges. Participants will be carrying their own backpacks weighing 35 to 40 pounds ​up & down hills at elevation, for distances of up to 9 miles daily over varied terrain.

Activity Level and Qualifications

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. There is a potential for stream crossings. This is not a beginning backpack trip. You must have experience backpacking and camping in remote locations.

Activity Level and Qualifications

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.

Activity Level and Qualifications

This trip is rated Moderate [3]. Trip members should be capable of hiking up to 9 miles while carrying a daypack that weighs 10-15 pounds on trails with elevation gains/losses of up to 2,700′. Trails will include some steep sections, stairs, and exposed overlooks. The trip guides will brief trip members on the rigorousness and exposure of each hike prior to setting out. Most excursions take place between 4,000-8,000′ in elevation.

Activity Level and Qualifications

This trip is rated as Moderate [3] Trip members should be capable of hiking up to 10 miles (up to 6 hours), while carrying a daypack weighing 10-15 pounds, on terrain that can be rugged and may require some rock scrambling to negotiate.

Activity Level and Qualifications

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.