Backpacking

Mountain Adventure Guides

The quality of our adventure programs and guides have been recognized in:

Men's Journal
American Scouting Digest
National Geographic Adventure
Pilots Away
Diversion Magazine for Physicians at Leisure
Hooked on the Outdoors

What others say!

"I can't put into words how much fun I had at camp!" Camper
"Certainly a growth experience as she prepares to finish high school and move on to college!" Parent
"My kids had a fantastic time with your guides. Thanks for putting together such an outstanding program!" Parent
"Matt has had nothing but positive things to say about his recent 12 day trip. This was a much better choice for a 13 year old than the traditional summer camps we have sent him to in the past." Parent
"I know those days at camp were a life changing experience for her. Thank you for hiring top notch staff, for finding a location where the scenery is breath-taking and for providing an environment where campers can be themselves." Parent

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Guided backpacking with instruction in the Blue Ridge Mountains, near Asheville, North Carolina. All gear provided. No experience required.

Your NC backpacking adventure will be led by a professional guide. Count on having lots of fun in gorgeous mountain scenery, while learning fundamental backpacking skills.

Private 3 day/2 Night Backpacking Trips

Available Spring and Fall for your group (4+) with a 3 day/2 night minimum. We guide for all experience levels, Just choose the level of difficulty and mileage you want for your trip. Includes guide, gear and great food. Trips take place in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Western North Carolina, near Asheville and Brevard (Pisgah National Forest).

We teach fundamental backcountry skills: use of map and compass, campsite selection, pitching a tent, low impact/leave no trace ethics, water purification, back country cooking and menu planning, proper gear selection and use, managing risk in the mountains, correctly packing and adjusting a back pack, proper clothing selection for the seasons and much more...flatten your learning curve and increase your enjoyment with a professional guide!

guide:client ratio
1:1 $975
1:2 $450 each
1:3 $400 each
1:4 to 1:8 $375 each. Call for group rates.

No experience is necessary and all gear is provided.

Frequently Asked Questions! Backpacking in a high mountain meadow in North Carolina.

Do I need experience? No! We will teach you the skills!

Will I be safe? Your safety is our number one priority. Our professional staff is experienced and well qualified to guide all portions of your trip.

Where do I sleep? We sleep in high quality, light weight backpacking tents.

How much will my pack weigh? With care on your part, packs should weigh approximately 35 pounds.

How come we only hike 7+ miles a day? We want to enjoy the trip! We will be climbing and descending mountains with a pack, which is more vigorous than your average walk in the park. Seven + miles a day is plenty for our first couple of trips, even if you feel that you are really fit.

What do we eat? Great food that we cook ourselves -like oatmeal, PB & Jelly Bagels, cheese and sausage with crackers, pita pizzas, chicken burritos, jambalaya, fresh fruit, trail mix, GORP, and chocolate. Vegetarian alternatives are available.

Guided backpacking in North Carolina with instruction and professional guides. No experience required. All gear provided.

866-813-5210 guide@mtnadventureguides.com

Guided backpacking, whitewater rafting and rock climbing, near Asheville, NC North Carolina.