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: $505 | (Preferred Client: $485)

Activity Rating: L3

Prerequisites: Beginning Backpacking (or equivalent)

Included: Four full days of guiding, Wilderness Permits, Dinners (Day 1-3) & Breakfasts (Day 2-4); tents, cooking gear, water treatment, first aid kits, maps and compasses.

  What to Bring: your personal clothing, hiking boots & equipment, including backpack & sleeping bag, breakfast for Day 1, lunch & snacks for all . (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
Preferred Client
06/11/09-
06/14/09
Sierra Backpacking Sequoia-Kings Cyn L3 09HSB01 4 $505 $485
07/02/09-
07/05/09
Sierra Backpacking Sequoia-Kings Cyn L3 09HSB02 4 $505 $485
08/06/09-
08/09/09
Sierra Backpacking Sequoia-Kings Cyn L3 09HSB03 4 $505 $485