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Intermediate Tahoe Backcountry Tour

private backcountry ski guiding in lake tahoe with professional mountain guides

Intermediate Tahoe Backcountry Tour

$249Midweek
Per person
$299Weekends
Per person
Intermediate 1 full day (8 hours) Conditions dependent
This backcountry ski expedition in Lake Tahoe is for those who are looking to gain more experience in the backcountry but already have the basics down. In this course, you’ll have a leisurely day of backcountry touring around beautiful Lake Tahoe with a professional AMGA-certified ski guide and like-minded individuals. Both skiers and splitboarders are welcome in this course. This is an intermediate-level backcountry course so please see the preparation section before reserving.  
Check back in late Summer 2024 for winter 2024/25 dates!
private backcountry ski guiding in lake tahoe with professional mountain guides
private backcountry ski guiding in lake tahoe with professional mountain guides

Interested in gaining more experience in the Lake Tahoe backcountry but already know the basics?

This backcountry ski course, led by our Tahoe mountain guides, is designed for those who have basic backcountry skills, but may not have a super knowledgeable adventure buddy to explore with. In this group ski tour, you’ll be able to gain more experience traveling in the backcountry with a professional ski guide who is there to answer any questions you may have before venturing out on your own. This trip is also a great opportunity to meet people with a similar skill set and find a local Tahoe backcountry partner for future adventures.

Prerequisites
kiers or riders who have taken our Backcountry 1.0 PLUS 5-10 days of touring experience, or those with 10+ days of individual touring experience are welcome to join.
Technical
Advanced intermediate skier/rider, must be competent on and off-piste in a variety of terrain and snow conditions. This is comparable to being confident on all blue runs and most black diamond runs in the resort (including ungroomed terrain).
Fitness
Excellent physical fitness is required. Skiers and splitboarders must be able to hike for many hours at a time while carrying a pack.
8-8:30 AM
Meet & Greet

Meet your guide and fellow skiers. Set goals for the day.

8:30 AM – 12 PM
Morning Tour

After making our plan for the day, we head out for the first climb and descent of the day.

12 – 12:30 PM
Lunch

In between the morning and afternoon sessions we’ll take a break for some much needed calories.

12:30 – 3:30 PM
Afternoon Tour

Depending on our observations from the morning we’ll spend the afternoon harvesting the goods!

Our Tahoe Ski Guides

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Lake Tahoe Backcountry Skiing Questions

The answers to our most commonly asked questions about skiing and riding in Tahoe’s backcountry.
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