Guided hiking, backpacking, trekking, and mountain running trips in the Sierra Nevada
You might find yourself asking right now, why would I want a guide for trekking? Here are some answers for your curious mind:
You have never been backpacking before and want to avoid getting lost, cooking, reading books to figure out what gear to bring, and planning your trip.
You are an experienced backpacker who hates to cook and wash dishes in the backcountry.
You have an insatiable mind for detail and want to grill a professional backpacking guide on everything from fast and light backpacking to leave no trace ethics.
You enjoy the company of others.
You don't have the time to plan an awesome trip but want to go on one
You want to learn the nitty gritty of things like map and compass or winter camping skills.
Yosemite National Park
What better way to see Yosemite for the first time or explore the away-from-the-car places you’ve dreamed of and seen in pictures. SMG is excited to launch an all new trekking program into the heart of Yosemite.
The hills of our home have amazing diversity and pristine beauty. More than 400 miles in length and more than 100 lifetimes of Sierra trekking. Here are some of the offerings:
NEW! The Range of Light is known to die-hard trail runners as the Range of Light and Fast! With your own two legs, a light hydration pack, and a pair of trail shoes you can see more stunning terrain in a few days than backpackers typically see in a week. Our Sierra Mountain Running itineraries make use of porters, pack animals, transportation shuttles, and deluxe camps to maximize comfort, enjoyment, and recovery. Descriptions coming 2009! Call for more info!
If you don’t have the time for a backpacking trip, or you prefer a hotel based hiking trip, our custom day hikes are for you. Great for kids just starting out, and parents that want to see some new terrain with a trained guide. READ MORE
Trekking Courses
Discover what it's all about, or add new tricks to your bag. SMG courses follow a progressive flow that teaches you the skills you need to trek safely, on your own.
