2026 Public Hikes and Backpacking Trip Calendar:
Wildflower Hiking, Peaceful Packraft Float + Bring Your Dog!
May 30th, 2026 9:30 AM
Trip Highlights:
- An amazing wildflower hike up the Fred Burr Canyon of the Bitterroot Mountains near Missoula and the Bitterroot Mountains
- Enjoy a peaceful alpine lake raft float in ultra-durable, ultra-light packrafts that only weigh 3.5 lbs each!
- Bring your dog! This is a great adventure for most dogs!
- All equipment gear included in pricing.
- All guiding fees and associated costs included in pricing.
- $68 per person!
Sweeny Peak Off-Trail Hike
June 13th, 2026 9:30 AM
Trip Highlights:
- Hosted by Luke Hayduk
- A challenging hike up a mountain with some off-trail hiking and panoramic views at the peak.
- 9 mi with 3400 ft elevation gain.
- Pace will be moderate. Plenty of breaks.
- Chilly morning, warm afternoon. Pack accordingly!
- We may encounter snow near the summit!
- All equipment gear included in pricing.
- All guiding fees and associated costs included in pricing.
- $58 per person!
Father-Son Backpacking Trip in the Selway-Bitterroot Wilderness
July 24th - 28th, 2026
Trip Highlights:
- A 5-day, 4-night backpacking trip for Fathers and Sons!
- Learn tips from an expert with experience from through hikes and thousands of miles of backpacking experience.
- Alpine Lake Packrafting Included!
- Stargaze under the darkest skies in the US
- Photographers are encouraged to attend!
Backpacker's Odyssey:
A 3-Day Backpacking Trip with Optional Off-Trail Hiking
August 7th - 9th, 2026
Trip Highlights:
- A 3-day, 2-night backpacking trip geared towards backpackers and hikers learning how to travel off-trail safely and responsibly.
- Alpine Lake Packrafting
- Stargaze under the darkest skies in the US
- Photographers are encouraged to attend! All photography on this website by lead guide, Luke Hayduk!
Golden Larch
Photography - Three Beautiful Day Hikes
Oct 5th - 7th, 2026
Trip Highlights:
- Embark on 3 Larch-covered day hikes in the Bitterroot Mountains.
- Hike up high along ridges and to alpine lakes.
- Travel to spectacular locations not many have set foot in!
- Guide carries all essentials so that you can save backpack weight!
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