Custom Guided Runs

A custom guided run with Colorado Adventure Guides offers a running experience tailored to you with a local expert guide.

A custom run means you can focus solely on running without worrying about missing a turn. You can be sure you’ll see the best trails Summit County has to offer. Your run begins with a consultation with your guide to determine what you want out of your run, using our scale of difficulty for reference. Your guide will then plan a run specific to your needs and run with you, managing safety concerns, offering education, and taking great photos. We especially love helping runners train for their next big goal, and a custom run here at altitude is a great way to prepare for your upcoming mountain race or 100-miler. A custom guided run is also a unique way to get an active, personalized tour of spectacular trails even if you’re not training for a particular race. Come let us show you around our wonderful local trails!

What type of run are you looking for?

Notes on Difficulty Scale: Colorado Adventure Guides developed this scale to clearly communicate with guests as we plan guided runs together. The average duration of each level of run is exactly that: an average. While most runners complete a given run within the average duration specified, some runners may take more or less time, depending on fitness.

*Level*	*Average Duration*	*Elevation Gain*	*Notes*
1	about 1 hour	1000 feet or less	Wednesday’s Guided Group Run
2	About 2 hours	Up to 1500 feet	Saturday’s Guided Group Run
3	Half-day run, around 3 hours for most runners	Up to 3000 feet
4	Full-day run, 4-6 hours for most runners	Up to 5000 feet
5	More than 6 hours	No max elevation gain	call for availability

DETAILS

Difficulty: All Levels

Duration: 1-8 hours

Guides: 1 guide for every 6 guests

Meeting Time: 8:00am

Meeting Location: Guide will call with meeting location

What We Provide: Local, Professional Guide. Miles and miles of trails and unlimited scenery.

What You Need: Appropriate clothing for a day in the outdoors. Lunch and/or snacks and water.

RATES

Level 1 and 2 = $75 for 1 person –> $25 per additional

Level 3 = $125 for 1 person –> $25 per additional

Level 4 and 5 = $200 for 1 person –> $40 per additional

Book Level 1 or 2 Run

Book Level 3 Run

Book Level 4 or 5 Run

970.423.2295

REVIEWS

Jesse S

Abe Pacharz made our hike unique. Instead of following the commonly used trailhead he created a hike up the other side of the mountain. Much of which we blazed our own trail. Abe knew the history of the area and shared with us many interesting stories about the terrain around us. Abe's clearly a very experienced outdoorsman and an excellent guide. I'm glad we found Abe and thankful for him making a very memorable experience for our family.

Jen N

Our guide Justin was fantastic. We are new to cold weather hiking and he sent informative and prompt emails that spelled out clearly what gear we needed to bring to be comfortable. Before we started he reviewed our goals for the hike and adjusted as we went along. During the hike he made many useful suggestions about dealing with the altitude and the climb in general. He set a comfortable hiking pace and gave us lots of opportunities for photos. I would recommend using Colorado Adventure Guides.

Jill L

The Intro to Splitboarding course with Justin Ibarra was tailored to my needs as a new splitboarder. I learned new techniques and knowledge that I look forward to using when I get my Avy 1 certification this season. I highly recommend this course to anyone who's new to the backcountry.

David K

My experience with Colorado Adventure Guides was outstanding. The guides were first rate - they had an excellent knowledge base, tailored the route and pace to my experience and were enthusiastic, encouraging, and had a great sense of humor. Working with them was essential for me to have a safe and successful experience. I would use them again in a heartbeat and encourage everyone to do the same!

Andrew B

Anne and Justin were extremely informative and taught in a way that was easy to learn and applied it to real life scenarios. Abe offered great customer service and cooked up some filling meals during the hut trip. I highly recommend the professional and experienced team from Colorado Adventure Guides.

Felicia M

Abe & Anne & the Colorado Adventure Guides team were awesome! They were professional, knowledgeable, fun, kept us engaged and learning. I'd highly recommend this local company for your outdoor experience!

David C

An outstanding course taught by consummate professionals in a fantastic location!

Kristy G

Anne was amazing!! She was incredibly knowledgable, If only I could just pack her in my backpack and take her with me on all my future back country trips! I am so grateful I got to do my Avi 1 with her, Dave and Abe, can't wait to get out there this winter to practice what we learned!

Ruthie S

Had a great time during the Avi1 course lead by Ann. The whole CO Adventure Guides crew was knowledgeable, professional and fun! I'm currently at home studying the material and checking out all the great resources they shared. Excited to keep the education going! Thanks for a great experience!

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