Experience the stunning beauty and high-altitude challenge of backpacking in the Sierra! Join us as we venture into Sequoia-Kings Canyon National Park, home of azure-colored alpine lakes, magnificent redwoods, and spectacular views of the Great Western Divide. Led by our expert instructors to some of their favorite destinations, your guides help provide an adventure that you might otherwise never go on. Come and enjoy one of the gems of our National Park system, at a time of year when the Sierra is at its photogenic best.

High Sierra Backpacking Adventures are 4-day trips that require plenty of pre-trip planning to fully enjoy. When you register, we'll send you a complete information packet about gear, clothing, necessary advance physical conditioning, and altitude issues. Space is very limited, so sign up soon!

NOTE: This trip requires previous experience in backpacking. You will be contacted by our office to ascertain your past experience to help ensure a successful experience for you.


Course Tuition: $445 | Preferred Client

Activity Rating: L3

Prerequisites: intermediate backpacking (or equivalent)

Included: three full days of instruction; all dinners and breakfasts for the backpack trip; tents, cooking gear, water filters, first aid kits, maps and compasses are provided.

  What to Bring: your personal clothing, hiking boots & equipment, including backpack & sleeping bag, breakfast for Day 1, lunch & snacks for all days. (We will provide you with a complete informational packet including equipment selection recommendations when you register.)

 


 
Start-End Course Name Location Level Course # Days Tuition  
06/19/08-
06/22/08
Sierra Backpacking Sequoia-Kings Cyn L3 08HSB01 4 $445
07/03/08-
07/06/08
Sierra Backpacking Sequoia-Kings Cyn L3 08HSB02 4 $445
08/21/08-
08/24/08
Sierra Backpacking Sequoia-Kings Cyn L3 08HSB03 4 $445