Guided Multi-Day Backpacking Adventures in Pinchot State Forest

Experience backpacking on the Pinchot Trail with an experienced professional guide handling the planning, navigation, and group logistics while you learn the skills to become a more confident backpacker.

Whether you’re new to backpacking or already have some experience, our guided trips give you the opportunity to spend multiple days on the trail while having an experienced guide there to teach, assist, and keep the trip moving smoothly.

You don’t have to figure out the route, campsites, group equipment, or logistics on your own. We take care of the behind-the-scenes planning so you can focus on hiking, learning, and enjoying the experience.

What’s Included

Every Pinchot Trail guided backpacking trip includes:

• Professional, experienced backpacking guide
  • Wilderness First Aid-trained guide, with a Wilderness First Responder leading when available.
• Complete route planning and trip logistics
• Navigation and backcountry skills instruction
• Hands-on instruction and assistance with camp setup and breakdown
• Group water filtration system
• Group tarp for weather protection
• Bear hang equipment for food storage
• Support and guidance throughout the trip

This isn’t simply a guided hike. You’ll have the opportunity to actively learn how to backpack, including setting up camp, managing your gear, navigating the trail, collecting and filtering water, practicing Leave No Trace principles, and handling the day-to-day responsibilities of a multi-day trip.

Need Gear?

You don’t need to own everything to participate.

We offer affordable gear rentals for participants who need equipment for the trip. This allows you to try backpacking without having to purchase hundreds or thousands of dollars of equipment before you’ve decided whether it’s something you enjoy.

Available rentals include:

Backpacks | Tents | Sleeping Bags | Sleeping Pads | Hammocks | Stoves | Cook Pots | Trekking Poles | Camp Chairs | Camp Stools

Gear rentals are available as optional add-ons.

Want to Add Meals?

Want to make the trip even easier? Add our optional backpacking meal package.

The meal package includes:

Day 1: Lunch + Dinner
Day 2: Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner
Day 3: Breakfast + Lunch

Snacks are not included, so you’ll still want to bring your own trail snacks.

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Choose Your Trip

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Full Pinchot Trail

3-Day, 2-Night Backpacking Trip

Approximately 24 miles

Take on the full Pinchot Trail, traveling through both the North and South Loops over three days and two nights.

This is the best option for those looking for the complete Pinchot Trail experience. You’ll cover approximately 24 miles through a variety of terrain, including forested sections, streams, lakes, rolling hills, and occasional rocky areas.

The three-day format gives you more time on the trail and more opportunities to practice backpacking skills, settle into camp, and experience the rhythm of a multi-day adventure.

Recommended for: Beginner to experienced backpackers
Distance: Approximately 24 miles
Duration: 3 days / 2 nights
Price: $270 per person

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Upcoming Dates:

Pinchot Trail: 3 Day, 2 Night Backpacking Trip 10/16/2026

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South Loop

2-Day, 1-Night Backpacking Trip

Approximately 14 miles

Looking for a shorter introduction to multi-day backpacking? The South Loop option covers approximately 14 miles over two days and one night.

You’ll experience scenic forested terrain, stream crossings, rolling hills, and an overnight stay on the trail while still getting the same guided instruction, support, and group equipment provided on our longer trips.

This is a great option for first-time backpackers, hikers who want to try an overnight trip, or anyone looking for a shorter backpacking adventure.

Recommended for: Beginner to experienced backpackers
Distance: Approximately 14 miles
Duration: 2 days / 1 night
Price: $185 per person

Upcoming Dates:

Pinchot Trial South: 2 Day, 1 Night Backpacking Trip 11/7/2026

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