Backpacking Trips

Grand Canyon Backpacking

• Days: 4
• Price: $625
• Activity Level:
• Activity: Backpacking

To experience the sheer magnitude and quiet vastness of the Grand Canyon, one must travel by foot through the backcountry. Our small-group journey deep into the heart of the canyon takes us on a challenging and stunning loop from Yaki Point to Grandview along the magnificent Tonto Platform.

Superstition Mountains Backpacking

• Days: 4
• Price: $575
• Activity Level:
• Activity: Backpacking, Hiking

New for 2010. Home to the legend of the Lost Dutchman's Gold, the Superstition Mountains have long been considered one of the premiere hiking destinations in the southwest. Join us on our northbound, one-way through-hike exploring the eroded rock spires and blocky sheer walled mesas that define this region.

Joshua Tree Backcountry Climbing

• Days: 3
• Price: $550
• Activity Level:
• Activity: Backpacking, Rock Climbing

Marvel at the exposed granite monoliths and rugged mountains of twisted rock in the surreal Joshua Tree backcountry, then rope up and climb them! This one-of-a-kind backcountry climbing getaway in Joshua Tree National Park is as unique and inspiring as the landscape itself.

Sequoia Classic Backpacking

• Days: 3
• Price: $575
• Activity Level:
• Activity: Backpacking

Among the greatest icons of American wilderness are the awe-inspiring giant sequoia trees. As no camera can ever hope to capture the grandeur of even a single one of these ancient giants, our Sequoia Classic Backpacking is a great way for backpackers to experience this amazing place, as we travel above, below and through the giant sequoia groves.

Yosemite Backpacking

• Days: 4
• Price: $625
• Activity Level:
• Activity: Backpacking

Learn the basics of backpacking in this introductory course. While enjoying the beauty of the Yosemite backcountry, learn route finding using map and compass, establishing a camp while employing minimal impact practices, the basics of packing light, outdoor cookery and menu planning, natural history and personal care. View Slideshow

Yosemite Half Dome Backpacking

• Days: 4
• Price: $675
• Activity Level:
• Activity: Backpacking

Yosemite's Half Dome is considered the most iconic rock face in the country! REI Adventures has designed the perfect itinerary for your big climb! Join us for a four day hike along Yosemite's most spectacular ridgeline overlooking the Yosemite Valley, destination: Half Dome.

Great Smoky Mountains Backpacking

• Days: 4
• Price: $625
• Activity Level:
• Activity: Backpacking

The Appalachian Trail through the Great Smoky Mountains offers fantastic hiking and expansive mountain views. We backpack from one primitive shelter to the next on this short section of a classic route to experience a taste of the Appalachian Trail thru-hiker life.

Shenandoah Backpacking

• Days: 4
• Price: $460
• Activity Level:
• Activity: Backpacking

Join us for a remarkable backpacking adventure along the storied Appalachian Trail, touring alongside beautiful mountain streams, through lush dense forest, and atop ancient majestic peaks of the Blue Ridge.

Backpacking Mt. Rainier

• Days: 7
• Price: $1,499
• Activity Level:
• Activity: Backpacking

Our 40-mile backcountry route along the Northern Loop trail in Mt. Rainier National Park is through gorgeous wilderness where rugged peaks studded with massive glaciers tower over alpine meadows, sparkling lakes and ancient forests where deer, marmot and bear flourish.

Olympic Wilderness Coast Adventure

• Days: 3
• Price: $550
• Activity Level:
• Activity: Kayaking, Hiking

Featuring some of the most breathtaking wilderness coastline in the world, Olympic National Park is a perfect place for beginning backpackers to get their "feet wet." A relaxed kayak tour on Ozette Lake is followed by a 2-day backpack of the Ozette Loop, one of the most stunning and accessible routes on the coast.

Yellowstone Backpacking

• Days: 4
• Price: $685
• Activity Level:
• Activity: Backpacking

Explore the wonders of the world's first National Park with a fun, safe and experienced naturalist guide. Yellowstone National Park is so vast that we visit different sections of the park during each section's own special prime season.