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GUIDED GROUP BACKPACKING TRIPS
Beginner Backpacking trips designed to help you
fall in love with backpacking
UPCOMING 2025 BACKPACKING TRIPS
Women’s 1 Day backpacking course + Overnight Trip
This is perfect for those looking to learn backpacking skills before we head out on the trail. We are joining forces with Island Ford Adventures April 25-27 to teach a full one-day intro to backpacking course the day before we hit the trail for an overnight trip in Pisgah National Forest. You’ll learn the skills you need and then we’ll do a short overnight trip together.
April 25-27
overnight trip
Early summer in the blue ridge means warm temps, cool mountnain streams, and wildflowers . You’ll experience the rhododendrons with views at Sam’s Knob along the Blue Ridge Parkway. It’s the perfect place and time for your an overnight backpacking trip.
overnight Trip
July is knows as a hot month, but the temps at this elevation are usually PERFECT this time of year. It’s my favorite month for swimming in the mountain streams, and this trip gives you the chance to take a dip and hammock by the creek. This is a great time to join us for an overnight backpacking trip.
overnight trip
Experience the beauty of the Blue Ridge Mountains in peak summer as we guide you along the stunning Sam’s Knob Trail. You’ll catch a vibrant sunset over the rolling peaks. With warm days, crisp nights, and fewer crowds before the fall rush, August is the ideal time to explore this iconic trail.
overnight Trip
September shows us the first hints of autumn. The air has that fall crisp to it and the cooler temperatures make for perfect hiking conditions. Plus I love the late-season wildflowers that pop up in the meadows. October gets most of the love for fall colors (rightfully so!), but I think September is one of the best months for being out on the trail.
Overnight Trip
There’s something extra magical about fall in the Blue Ridge. You’ll experience the changing colors with views at Sam’s Knob along the Blue Ridge Parkway. It’s the perfect place and time for your first overnight backpacking trip.
“I fell in love with backpacking while thru-hiking the Appalachian Trail. Having everything you need on your back is an amazing feeling, but I know how intimidating it can be to try it for the first time. My goal with every trip is to help you discover your love of backpacking by creating ridiculously awesome and approachable guided overnight trips that make you want to start planning your next trip right away. ”
Meet Your Guide
Name: Katlyn Mobley
Longest Trail Hiked: Appalachian Trail (2189.1 miles)
Favorite local trail: So many! Probably Sam’s Knob
Most Recent Thru Hike: Chilean Patagonia W Trek
Favorite Local Coffee Shop: High Five in Asheville (order the Iced Cesspool)
Favorite Wildflower: Mountain Laurell
Custom Trip Planning Available Upon Request
Need a different date/time than what’s listed? Want a longer trip? A different location?? Fill out the trip request form and we’ll get back in touch ASAP to start planning your custom adventure.
