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Guided Backcountry Ski Tour

Guided ·

4.9

(326)

Breckenridge• Dillon• Frisco• Keystone• Silverthorne

Locally Owned

Shuttle Included

Private

Instant Book

Duration: 1 day

Pricing

1 Adult

Price/Person - Select # in Your Group

$599

2 Adults

Price/Person - Select # in Your Group

$319

3 Adults

Price/Person - Select # in Your Group

$269

Description

Private Guided Backcountry Ski Tour Colorado - Summit County

Escape the crowds and experience Colorado’s winter backcountry on a guided backcountry skiing tour. Explore untouched powder, hidden meadows, and quiet alpine ridges while our professional guides assess avalanche risk and select terrain that matches your ability. Whether you’re seeking mellow tree runs, fresh powder in open meadows, or challenging high-alpine ridge lines, each tour is tailored to your group’s experience and goals.

Designed for skiers comfortable on advanced blue and black terrain, these tours also welcome those new to backcountry skiing. Our guides provide expert instruction in uphill and downhill techniques, risk management, and backcountry decision-making, helping you build skills while enjoying the freedom of off-piste terrain. Rentals for alpine touring skis, boots, skins, and avalanche gear are available at our Silverthorne, CO basecamp.

Each tour is private and customizable, giving you the flexibility to explore at a pace that suits your group. Discover the thrill of earning your turns in solitude, extending your ski season, and experiencing the quiet beauty of Colorado’s high country under the guidance of seasoned professionals.

Duration

Full day, 8 am to 4 pm

Location / Where to Meet

Colorado Adventure Guides: Silverthorne Basecamp

204 Ryan Gulch Rd, Silverthorne, CO 80498

Most tours meet at our Silverthorne Basecamp, but your guide will be in touch no later than 48 hours before the start of the trip to discuss adventure details. At that time, an alternative meeting location may be designated.

Ages & Requirements

Minimum Age: 16 years old
Skiing Ability: Participants should be comfortable skiing advanced blue and black terrain at a ski resort. Experience on ungroomed or off-piste terrain is highly recommended.
Fitness Level: A moderate to high level of physical fitness is required. Backcountry skiing involves uphill travel, variable snow conditions, and extended time on skis, so participants should be prepared for sustained activity.
Equipment: Alpine touring skis with climbing skins, boots, poles, avalanche beacon, shovel, and probe are required. Rentals are available at our Silverthorne, CO basecamp for those who do not have their own gear.

What's Included

CAG local, professional guide (5:1 maximum guide to participant ratio)
Transportation from designated meeting place to the trailhead if needed
A safe, fun, and educational experience

Not Included

Lodging
AT or telemark skis, boots, skins, or avalanche gear (discounted rentals available)
Clothing for weather conditions
Insurance (trip or rescue)
Instructor gratuity
Transportation to the designated meeting place
Food, water, lunch, snacks

Required Equipment:

Avalanche beacon, probe, shovel
Medium-sized backpack
Alpine touring skis with well-fitted climbing skins and boots and poles
Goggles and helmet

What to Bring / Wear

In addition to the required equipment, we recommend you bring or wear the below or similar:

Hard or softshell pants
Synthetic or merino wool base layer
Softshell jacket (optional)
Down or synthetic insulated jacket
Hardshell or water/wind resistant jacket
Light gloves for uphill travel
Warm gloves
Brimmed hat or visor
Sunglasses
Sunscreen
Neck gaiter or buff
Snacks, water, food
Medium backpack

ADVENTURE PROVIDED BY Colorado Adventure Guides

FAQs

What kind of skier would enjoy this adventure?

Skiers must be comfortable in steep blue to black terrain at the ski resort. Students should be able to travel off-trail on ungroomed or unmaintained terrain, and must bring appropriate equipment for traveling on snow. Touring skis are available for rent from our Silverthorne, CO basecamp. Looking for more of an educational outing? Sign up for one of our 1-day Intro to Backcountry Ski Courses!

How physically fit do I need to be to participate in this course?

Colorado Adventure Guides priority is keeping our patrons and students safe. Our guides and instructors are trained to recognize potentially hazardous situations in the backcountry; they plan and operate accordingly. Your ability to enjoy the adventure depends on your health and fitness, thus we contact you before selecting a trail.

When and how do I meet up with our instructor?

Your instructor will contact you at least 48 hours prior to your activity start date to finalize details regarding meeting location and time. We depart at 8am.

Do you rent backcountry ski equipment for the tour?

Absolutely! We operate a complete backcountry demo shop out of our basecamp in Silverthorne, CO. We carry full A/T touring setups from Weston or DPS with ATK Bindings, Scarpa boots, and Pomoca skins. Discounts apply when booking a guided tour or course. You can purchase your set up at season end if you really enjoyed the experience!

Can I join a group backcountry skiing tour?

All of our guided ski tours are booked private and custom, and are priced accordingly.

Should we tip our instructor?

Your guide/instructors work hard before, during, and after your course to provide you with a great experience, and while not expected, gratuities are always highly appreciated. If you had a safe, educational, and fun experience, gratuities typically range from 15-20%

I need local accommodations. Do you have recommendations?

Looking for Summit County Lodging? Check out our partners at The Pad Silverthorne which offers affordable yet high-amenity lodging in beautiful Summit County, Colorado, allowing guests to prioritize their spending on adventure and experiences in the Rocky Mountains and our community. Ask us for details.

Cancellation Policy

Cancellation Policy

Refunds for Guided Trips - Refunds will be honored for cancellations of more than 48 HOURS PRIOR notice to guided adventure start date. An administrative fee of 10% will be assessed for all cancellations.

Refunds for Courses - An administrative fee of 10% will be assessed for all cancellations. Refunds will be honored for cancellations more than 14 DAYS PRIOR to a course or a camp start time. If you need to cancel within the two week period, and we are able to fill your spot, we will refund your payment less a 10% fee. If we cannot fill your spot, you will be charged the full amount. Notice of cancellation more than 14 days in advance will receive a full refund less a 10% administrative fee.

Rescheduling Policy

An administrative fee of 10% will be assessed for all rescheduling. Rescheduling will be honored 48 HOURS PRIOR to guided adventures and 14 DAYS PRIOR to any course or camp start date. If you need to reschedule within the two week period, and we are able to fill your spot, we will reschedule your booking with a 10% fee. If we cannot fill your spot, we will be unable to reschedule our booking.

No-shows will be charged the full price.

All activities are Rain or Shine. In case of operator cancellation due to adverse or unsafe conditions prior to start time, first the operator will attempt to reschedule. If rescheduling is not possible, the client will receive a full refund. Operator, including guides in the field, reserve the right to shorten or reroute activity in the case of unmanageable hazards or inability of guest to complete the objective. Completion of objective-based routes is not guaranteed.