Guided Backcountry · Appalachians + Beyond

Hard terrain.
Earned views.

Small-group guided trips into places you wouldn't find on your own. We keep groups under 6 and we don't do shortcuts.

2026 Schedule

Upcoming trips.

Moderate
Roan Highlands Loop
NC/TN · Sep 12–14, 2026 · 3 days

Above-treeline ridgewalking through the largest grassy bald system in the southern Appalachians. Wildflower season is long gone but the views are cleaner in fall.

22miDistance
6,200ftGain
4 leftSpots
$485 / person
Strenuous
Black Mountains Traverse
NC · Oct 3–6, 2026 · 4 days

Point-to-point through the highest range east of the Mississippi, tagging Mount Mitchell and 5 other 6,000-footers. Long days, big elevation, unforgettable ridgeline camp.

34miDistance
11,800ftGain
2 leftSpots
$695 / person
Expert
Linville Gorge Scramble
NC · Nov 1–3, 2026 · 3 days

Untrailed descent into one of the deepest gorges in the eastern US. Off-route navigation, scrambling, and river crossings. Permit required — we handle it.

18miDistance
5,400ftGain
3 leftSpots
$595 / person

Ready to go?

Reserve a spot on a listed trip, or tell us what you're looking for — we build custom itineraries for groups of 2–6 for anything from a weekend scramble to a 10-day expedition.

What's included: guide, permit fees, shared gear (tent/cook kit), emergency communication device. What's not: personal gear, food, transportation to trailhead.

We'll reply within 48 hours with availability, questions, and next steps. No deposit until we've confirmed the trip is a good fit.

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