Guided Backcountry Skiing & Snowboarding Tours
Backcountry Skiing with The Mountain Guides
Leave the lift lines behind and discover the best backcountry skiing in the Rocky Mountain West. The Mountain Guides offer guided backcountry ski tours, multi-day ski mountaineering camps, and intro-level clinics across four states — from the legendary terrain of Jackson Hole and Grand Teton National Park to Colorado’s Rocky Mountain National Park, Utah’s Wasatch Range, and Montana’s Flathead Valley near Glacier National Park. Whether you’re a resort skier making your first backcountry transition or an experienced ski mountaineer chasing steep couloirs, our AMGA-trained and certified guides will put you on the best snow of the season.
Backcountry Skiing Programs
Private Backcountry Ski & Splitboard Tours: A full day in the backcountry with your guide. All tours are private — your guide selects the best terrain based on current snow conditions, weather, and your ability level. Options range from mellow gladed tree skiing to scenic summit tours and high-mountain traverses. Available in Jackson Hole, RMNP, the Wasatch, and Whitefish.
Ski Mountaineering Camps: Multi-day programs for advanced skiers and splitboarders ready to tackle technical Teton lines. Learn rope systems, ice axe technique, steep skiing skills, and navigation under the mentorship of experienced ski guides. Classic objectives include Buck Mountain, the Apocalypse Couloir, and descents throughout Grand Teton National Park.
Intro to Backcountry Skiing & Splitboarding: A one-day course designed for strong resort skiers making the transition to human-powered backcountry travel. Learn efficient skinning technique, transitions, uphill/downhill travel, layer management, and navigation basics. The perfect foundation before taking an AIARE avalanche course.
Backcountry Ski Camps: Group-format multi-day programs that combine touring skills, terrain management, and plenty of skiing. A great way to build backcountry experience with like-minded skiers and riders under professional guidance.
Where We Ski
Jackson Hole & Grand Teton National Park, Wyoming: World-renowned for consistent snowfall and exceptional terrain. Teton Pass, Grand Teton National Park, and Togwotee Pass offer everything from accessible introductory tours to committing ski mountaineering objectives. Our guides have spent decades skiing these mountains and know where to find the best snow every day of the season.
Rocky Mountain National Park, Colorado: High-alpine backcountry skiing on the Continental Divide. From introductory terrain at Hidden Valley to advanced descents on Dragon’s Tail and the South Face of Hallett Peak. Convenient to Denver, Boulder, and Fort Collins.
The Wasatch, Utah: Some of North America’s best backcountry skiing, with deep, light powder and easy access from Salt Lake City. Our Wasatch tours span introductory tree runs to advanced peak-linking traverses.
Whitefish, Montana: Uncrowded backcountry in the beautiful Flathead Valley near Glacier National Park. Excellent snow conditions and terrain for all ability levels.
Avalanche Education for Backcountry Travelers
Safe backcountry skiing starts with avalanche education. The Mountain Guides are an authorized AIARE course provider offering Level 1, Level 2, and Companion Rescue courses at all four of our locations. Our hybrid format — online learning followed by field days — makes it easy to fit an avalanche course into a long weekend. Whether you’re new to the backcountry or looking to refresh your skills, an AIARE course is the best investment you can make in your winter safety.
Why Ski with The Mountain Guides
Founded in 1968, The Mountain Guides are AMGA-accredited with operations across four states. Our backcountry ski guides are AMGA-trained and certified professionals who work in these mountains year-round — they know the terrain, the snowpack, and the daily weather patterns intimately. All tours are private, all avalanche safety gear is provided, and we offer programs from introductory to expert. The season typically runs December through May, depending on conditions.
