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MountainBased is a family operated adventure company offering professionally guided hiking, camping, and lodging trips throughout the American Southwest and beyond. For us, adventure is more than our passion, it’s our purpose.

Four reasons to plan your next hiking adventure with us.
Small Group Experience

SMALL GROUP EXPERIENCE

Immerse yourself with other like minded travelers on top-rated adventures out west. Our groups consist of 6-12 guests per trip. These trips are perfect for couples, families and solo travelers.


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All-Inclusive Trips

ALL-INCLUSIVE TRIPS

Our trips include all the essential gear you need, fresh and hearty meals every day, transportation, permits, and park fees.


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Expert Team of Guides

EXPERT TEAM OF GUIDES

Our guides are great cooks, safe drivers, enthusiastic hikers, and most importantly, they will handle all of the logistics so you can relax and enjoy the adventure.


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AWARD WINNING ADVENTURES

For the past 3 years we have received TripAdvisor’s Award in Excellence for top tour company in Salt Lake City, Utah. Check our reviews!


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Experience renowned National Parks and protected wilderness areas of the American West on a top-rated hiking tour.

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    Activity Level
    Each participant should be capable of the following depending on the tour they have selected. This tour is rated as a [3] for Moderate to Strenuous.
    How our Activity Levels Work
    1: Easy
    Distance: 1-3 miles
    Elevation Gain: Minimal
    2: Moderate
    Distance: 3-5 miles
    Elevation Gain: Up to 500 ft.
    3: Moderate to Strenuous
    Distance: 5-9 miles
    Elevation Gain: 500 ft. – 2,500 ft.
    4: Strenuous
    Distance: 9+ miles
    Elevation Gain: 2,500 ft. +

    *Based on Daily Averages

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    Activity Level
    Each participant should be capable of the following depending on the tour they have selected. This tour is rated as a [2] for Moderate.
    How our Activity Levels Work
    1: Easy
    Distance: 1-3 miles
    Elevation Gain: Minimal
    2: Moderate
    Distance: 3-5 miles
    Elevation Gain: Up to 500 ft.
    3: Moderate to Strenuous
    Distance: 5-9 miles
    Elevation Gain: 500 ft. – 2,500 ft.
    4: Strenuous
    Distance: 9+ miles
    Elevation Gain: 2,500 ft. +

    *Based on Daily Averages