Mountaineering, Hiking & Backpacking
Guided Hiking Day Trips, Backpacking Adventures & Expeditions
From summer hikes to winter overnights and ascents on Mt. Washington. Let our guides take you to stunning vistas and gain confidence in the backcountry.
- Experience Matters
Join the IMCS Guide Craig John for an incredible trek to the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro, followed by a safari in the world’s cradle of wildlife. Craig John has guided Mount Kilimanjaro over 25 times, and has 60+ high altitude expeditions to Alaska, the Himalaya, the Andes, and beyond.
- Exclusive Opportunity
- 2 Days
- 16+ Years Old
- Mountaineering, Special Program
An exclusive opportunity to climb Mt. Washington with our guides, get a tour of the famous MWOBS weather station, learn from the observers, and spend the night at the summit!
- 8-10 Hours
- Mountaineering
Join us for a Mt. Washington winter ascent with professional guides watching out for your safety! This rigorous experience is open to beginners who are ready for a challenge. Book online!
- 2 Days
- Skills/Techniques
A two-day course for experienced mountaineers ready to make the jump to committing and lightweight ascents of alpine snow, ice and mixed climbs. A technical climb of Mount Washington combined with a technical descent will be the focus of this strenuous test of skill, efficiency and strength.
- 1 or 2 Days
- Ice Climbing
Alpine snow climbing requires the use of a variety of climbing skills to negotiate snow, rock and ice terrain. You should already be familiar with anchors, belaying, knots, and ice climbing equipment. Both days will involve ascents of classic multi-pitch alpine climbs in the White Mountains. Book online!
- 1-2 Days
- Skills/Techniques
Are you planning a trip to Alaska, Mt. Rainier, the Alps or South America this summer? This two-day intensive course will cover the skills of knots, friction hitches, roped travel techniques, self arrest, snow and ice anchors and extrication techniques.
- 8 Hours
- Mountaineering
Step up your winter climbing experience with a Northern Presidential Range climb. Join us for climbs at Adams, Madison, Jefferson, and Monroe to experience the NH mountain ranges. Book online!
- 3 Days
- Mountaineering
Traversing the Presidential Range during the winter is one of the most challenging and difficult mountaineering adventures on the East Coast. Our trip will begin on Mt. Madison in the north and move south towards the highest point on the ridge. Book your Presidential traverse online!
Purchase the perfect gift – an electronic gift card with a value of your choosing! You choose the value, and then your recipient can apply it to any of our guided expeditions, courses, or group climbs. They can book their experience with the schedule that works for them.
- 2 Days
- 9+ Years Old
- Skills/Techniques
Spend the weekend in the White Mountains during winter learning basic winter travel techniques and low-impact winter camping skills. The focus of the two-day course is to stay warm, dry and comfortable so you enjoy your time in the mountains. Book online!
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- 1 or 2 Days
- Ice Climbing
Alpine snow climbing requires the use of a variety of climbing skills to negotiate snow, rock and ice terrain. You should already be familiar with anchors, belaying, knots, and ice climbing equipment. Both days will involve ascents of classic multi-pitch alpine climbs in the White Mountains. Book online!
- 4 Hours or 8 Hours
- All Ages
- Rock Climbing
Whether it is a particular skill set or a specific climbing goal, our guides are experienced, knowledegable, and can help you reach your objectives. Tell us what you want to accomplish during your time, and we will customize your day to meet your expectations.
- 8-10 Hours
- Rock Climbing
Looking for more ambitious climbing in New Hampshire? There are dozens of amazing alpine rock climbs throughout the Northeast. For those who have climbing experience, these are the climbs we strive for: Whitney Gilman Ridge, Moby Grape, Pinnacle Buttress, and many others. Book online!
- 3 Days, 8 Hours
- Skills/Techniques
The Rock Leader Program is intended for experienced climbers who feel ready to jump on the “sharp end”. Leading is a very rewarding and exciting form of climbing, but it can also be dangerous if you have not prepared yourself technically, physically, and mentally.
- 4 Hours or 8 Hours
- All Ages
- Rock Climbing
Are you looking for an enjoyable and successful climbing experience for the entire family? Come join and enjoy a full day or half day of instruction and climbing that is ideal for families with children 17 or younger with any experience level. Book your family rock climbing online!
- 1 or 2 Days
- Rock Climbing
Are you looking to up your climbing on some big walls? This two-day course is designed for experienced climbers experience who want to explore the world of aid climbing. Movement in etriers, nutcraft, basic ascending, and cleaning a pitch is the focus of the course. Come train with us!
- 1 or 2 Days
- Skills/Techniques
A two-day course offered for gym climbers and recreational climbers interested in learning to set up their own top rope systems. You will learn about various anchor systems, how to evaluate the risks associated with a top rope site, and technical applications.
- 1, 2, or 3 Days
- Skills/Techniques
Climbing anchors are the foundation of climbing safety. This hands-on, technical clinic will teach you how to make the most of your gear in all of its different applications. Topics will include proper placement of rock climbing protection, multiple point rock climbing anchors, and more!
- Critical Rescue Skills
- 2 Days
- Skills/Techniques
Self-rescue requires the very highest level of technical skills, so it is important that you enter this course with a strong understanding of the fundamental climbing systems. In this course, we strive to provide a working knowledge of a range of skills.
- Exclusive Opportunity
- 2 Days
- 16+ Years Old
- Mountaineering, Special Program
An exclusive opportunity to climb Mt. Washington with our guides, get a tour of the famous MWOBS weather station, learn from the observers, and spend the night at the summit!
Purchase the perfect gift – an electronic gift card with a value of your choosing! You choose the value, and then your recipient can apply it to any of our guided expeditions, courses, or group climbs. They can book their experience with the schedule that works for them.