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High Sierra Backcountry Ski Tours

$595Midweek
+$125 each additional skier
$645Weekends
+$125 each additional skier
Advanced Single or Multiple Full Days Eastern Sierra Nevada
Surrounded by 14,000′ peaks and stunning backdrops, the backcountry touring in the High Sierra is some of the finest in the world. These tours are a “must-do” for any backcountry skier looking to break out from the local mountains and into some seriously big terrain. Please note: this trip will incur a guide travel expense in addition to the base price above.
Winter & Spring ’23 – ’24Announced in July
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Looking down on the desert valley below, skiers and riders standing atop any peak in the High Sierra are greeted with some of the longest descents in the United States.

Couple the incredible terrain and goose bump inducing beauty, with near total solitude and pristine weather and you’ve got a recipe for some of the best day’s of your life. Our AMGA certified ski guides have been skiing the High Sierra for many years and will find the best terrain and snow on any given day.

Technical

Must be an advanced intermediate skier/rider that is competent on and off-piste terrain in a variety of conditions. Should feel comfortable on all blue runs and most black diamond runs at a ski resort.

Fitness

Excellent physical fitness required. Must be able to hike for multiple hours with a backpack on.
Sample Day 1
Meet, Plan, Ski

Meet your guide before dawn over a steaming hot cup of coffee. Review the plan for the day and proceed to the trailhead. Climb up your planned objective. Celebrate with high fives and ski the longest run of your life.

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