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Upcoming Backpacking Trips

Upcoming Events

  • HIGH PEAKS BACKPACKING
    HIGH PEAKS BACKPACKING
    Multiple Dates
    Fri, Sep 11
    Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest
    Sep 11, 2026, 6:30 AM – Sep 14, 2026, 7:00 PM
    Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest, Utah 84121, USA
    Traverse the King’s Peak circuit, the highest point in Utah. A challenging 4-day trek through alpine meadows and granite basins.
  • HIGH PEAKS BACKPACKING
    HIGH PEAKS BACKPACKING
    Multiple Dates
    Fri, Oct 09
    Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest
    Oct 09, 2026, 6:30 AM – Oct 12, 2026, 7:00 PM
    Uinta-Wasatch-Cache National Forest, Utah 84121, USA
    Traverse the King’s Peak circuit, the highest point in Utah. A challenging 4-day trek through alpine meadows and granite basins.

Itinerary

  • Requirements: Participants must be able to hike 12 miles per day for three consecutive days with 30 lbs of weight at 10,000 ft elevation.

  • Arrival (Thursday): Check into the Radisson Hotel Salt Lake City Downtown.

  • Day 1: 6:30 AM pickup. Transport to Uinta National Forest (optional REI stop). Hike to Camp 1 (11:00 AM – 4:00 PM, 5 miles, 9,820 ft).

  • Day 2: Hike to Camp 2 (8:30 AM – 6:00 PM, 12 miles, 10,050 ft).

  • Day 3: Hike to Camp 3 (8:30 AM – 6:00 PM, 11 miles, 9,800 ft).

  • Day 4: Hike to North Fork Trailhead (8:30 AM – 4:30 PM, 11 miles). 5:00 PM dinner at The Notch; 6:30 PM drop-off at the airport or Radisson.

Safety and Guidance Protocol

  • Qualifications: All guides are Wilderness First Responder and CPR certified.

  • Briefings: Daily briefings cover routes, weather, hydration, hazards, and meal plans.

  • Field Management: Guides ensure proper formation and monitor participant hydration and caloric intake.

Client Requirements and Preparation

  • Physical Ability: Clients must be prepared to hike 12–15 miles per day over uneven terrain while carrying 10 lbs of additional weight.

  • Medical Information: All clients must list any allergies, dietary restrictions, injuries, and prescribed medications prior to arrival.

  • Health Screening: Participants will undergo a pre-trip screening for conditions such as asthma, cardiac history, or joint issues.

  • Gear Inspection: A mandatory gear "shakedown" will occur upon pickup in Salt Lake City to ensure appropriate apparel for the Uintas' sub-freezing temperatures and sudden storms.

  • Meals: Breakfast and dinner will be served at camp at 6:30 AM and 6:30 PM, respectively. Lunch will be provided on the trail daily.

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