Take yourself Somewhere Outside.
Customized trip planning by backcountry experts.
Trip planning for aspiring and experienced backpackers, hikers and campers, taking you to treasured icons and hidden gems of our beautiful world.
Unforgettable adventures built for friends, families and independent explorers.
Find the right fit for you.
Enjoying the great outdoors means something different to everyone, from day hiking to car camping to multi-day backcountry trekking. Head outdoors on a one of a kind trip designed around the way you enjoy experiencing the outdoors.
Take on unparalleled adventure.
Take advantage of our deep knowledge of the outdoors to uncover beauty you didn’t know existed. Visit dreamy, off the beaten path destinations only your feet can carry you to and your heart will thank you for.
Save precious time and energy.
Outdoor trip planning is a complex process with seemingly endless options. Spend your time on your next great escape instead of behind a screen planning it.
Gain confidence through expertise.
Take out the guesswork and immerse yourself in a new experience with the confidence and preparedness only expertise can provide. Detailed trip itineraries with thoughtful experiences and flawless logistics that will have you feeling like a local before you hit the trail.
Destinations We Specialize In
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![Backpacking Inyo National Forest, California]()
California
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![Backpacking Titcomb Basin, Wyoming]()
Wyoming
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![Backpacking Four Pass Loop, Colorado]()
Colorado
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![Backpack to Reflection Canyon, Utah]()
Utah
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![Backpack Sawtooth Wilderness, Idaho]()
Idaho
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![Backpacking Trip near Arizona]()
Arizona
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![Backpack in the North Cascades, Washington]()
Washington
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![Backpack to Cracker Lake, Montana]()
Montana
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![Backpacking Trip British Columbia]()
British Columbia
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![Backpacking Trip in Oregon]()
Oregon
What’s Included
Trip Discovery
Destination recommendation based on area preference, desired activities, trip length and group size.
Packing List
Packing list and gear recommendations specific to route, time of year and weather.
Daily Itinerary
Activities, routes, mileage, elevation, difficulty, timing and campsite information.
Permitting
Detailed permitting instructions on how and when to book.
Trip Logistics
Directions, parking and trailhead details. Accommodation and transportation recommendations.
Safety and Regulations
Wilderness, Leave No Trace and all other regulatory and safety information.
Route Mapping
Route mapping and GPS location tracking for navigation on backpacking and hiking routes.
Unlimited Support
Access to our team via email and phone to answer all pre-trip questions.
How it works
Initial Consult
Connect with our team to chat through your vision and trip criteria.
Trip Design
Receive a trip package documenting everything you need to hit the trail safely and confidently.
Trip Review
Review package with Somewhere Outside team member before the trip.
What People Are Saying
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![Hiking in Arches National Park, Utah]()
“Seamless planning for a hiking getaway. With only 4 days available we maximized every minute! Even the contingency snow day plan came into play. We are already in touch for our next trip and highly recommend this service to anyone looking to explore a new area with the benefit of a customized, well thought out itinerary.”
-Walter, Utah Custom Trip
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![Backpacking in Inyo National Forest, California]()
“Planning an entire backcountry trip is daunting! Somewhere Outside planned a perfect backcountry weekend for 8 friends and helped every step of the way from route planning to permitting to gear rentals and made the whole process stress-free.”
- Chantal, California Custom Trip
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![Backpacking Joshua Tree National Park]()
“A desert backpacking trip is a whole different ball game and we would have been unprepared if it weren’t for Somewhere Outside. They scouted our location, planned our hydration, provided packing lists - you name it, they did it! It was flawless planning which resulted in safe, fun execution. The team is one of a kind!”
-Amanda, California Custom Trip
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![Backpacking Titcomb Basin, Wind River Range, Wyoming]()
“Somewhere Outside helped my family plan our first backpacking trip with kids in tow. The team helped us navigate an easy but stunning trip that hit all our criteria. Kids had a blast! First of many with Somewhere Outside.”
-Rebecca, Wyoming Custom Trip
Pricing
Flexible pricing based on number of travelers, trip length and route choice. Connect with our team to receive a quote based on the scope of your trip.